History of Siamsa!

iamsa is an authentic Irish pub located in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania in the heart of the Poconos. The Pub is in a Historic Building that used to be a Bank. The original Safe Door has been preserved and is incorporated into the pub as a feature. The Bar was designed by Irish Designers, built in a Factory in Ireland, shipped to Stroudsburg and assembled by Irish Craftsmen.

iamsa, pronounced "sheem-sa" comes from our ancient gaelic language.

he word itself describes fun and music. In times gone by, in old Ireland, it would describe an evenings impromptu entertainment when country folk would ramble into a neighbors cottage to sit and talk for a while and listen to a storyteller or seanachaí or possibly join in on a night of singing and dancing around a roaring fire.

he Pub has two different Designs to reflect two very different types of Irish Pubs. The lower part of the Pub is Designed as the Gaelic Pub which captures the character of the Gaelic people well known for their dedication to merry making, music and craftsmanship through the years. Stories from the rich heritage of Irish folklore and mythology are illustrated in delicately painted wall murals, inspired by distinctively Gaelic art forms.

he top section of the Pub is designed in the Victorian Style to resemble the Old Dublin Pubs well known across the World for their comfort, hospitality and enjoyment. The interior of the Victorian Pub was usually lavish, with much use made of beveled mirrors and stained Glass, elaborate tiling and decorative brass. Our Pub reflects this Victorian style of 19th century Dublin Pubs particularly in the ornate back bar and use of glazed snug booths .

e have dedicated ourselves to producing an authentic Siamsa Pub.

e hope you enjoy the spirit of Ireland.