In 1913, the Norrie family brought the tradition of quality Irish linen and embroideries to Victoria.

Since 1917, this unique store has been at its present location, in an attractive 1884 Victoria Italinate design heritage building.

In 1977, that tradition passed to the Lamb family when Maura FitzGerald Lamb and Barbara Lamb bought the business. It has been an ideal partnership. Barbara, a native Victorian, and Maura, born in the west of Ireland, agreed instantaneously on what responsibilities each would handle.

Little has changed at Irish Linen over the years. There are still the original lamp fixtures and glass cases, the same commitment to quality and service, and the same hand embroideries from the Madeira Islands, Belgium and Ireland that take months to create. These all contribute to this very special store.