Guinness celebrates 250th anniversary
Thursday, 24 September 2009
Today marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the lease by Arthur Guinness for a brewery at St James's Gate in Dublin.
To mark the occasion the current owners of the Guinness brand, Diageo, have organised events in Europe, Asia and Africa.
In Dublin, thousands are expected to attend an invitation-only party at the Guinness Storehouse, with several other events being held at venues and pubs across the city.
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An Post has printed a commemorative stamp in honour of Arthur Guinness, as was done for the 200th anniversary in 1959.
RTÉ News: Guinness celebrates 250th anniversary




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