In connection with the academic seminar "The 1916 Easter Rising: Historical Perspectives and Parallels," the Embassy of Ireland and the University of Helsinki are hosts for a wine reception and screening at the National Museum of Finland.

The programme for the evening:

18:00 Registration and wine reception 

18:30 Introduction by Ambassador Colm Ó Floinn and Professor Bríona Nic Dhíarmada (Originator, Creator, Producer and Executive Producer of the documentary), Thomas J. and Kathleen M. O'Donnell Professor of Irish Studies and Concurrent Professor of Film, Television and Theater, University of Notre Dame

18:45 Screening begins

For more information, please call Ms. Caoimh Kett, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Ireland, +358 9 682 42409