Irish Roots - History, Genealogy, Traditions & More

History

How a 1,200-year-old ancient book was unearthed from a Tipp bog and became a museum treasure

The Faddan More Psalter was discovered by a bulldozer driver in 2006 while extracting peat from a bog near the village in north Tipperary.

History

The storytelling keepers of Ireland's rich folklore heritage

These Irish storytellers were the definition of entertainment in ancient Ireland, holding the key to all of Irish folklore, myth, and legend.

History

When Boston banned Christmas

Can you imagine receiving a stiff fine for wishing someone Merry Christmas?

Culture

IrishCentral’s Book of the Month: “Irish Lives in America” by Liz Evers and Niav Gallagher

For December, join the IrishCentral Book Club as we read the “Irish Lives in America,” by Liz Evers and Niav Gallagher and featuring a foreword from Ambassador Dan Mulhall.

History

Ancient bones reveal Irish are not Celts after all

A 2016 discovery in Co Antrim could completely alter the perception that Irish people are descended from Celts.

Roots

A hard Christmas it was in London in the 1960s

The sad somber reality of working construction, living with six others in Kentish Town, and missing home.

Roots

Brian Kelly quits Notre Dame in huge shock, read our interview on his strong Irish roots

In an interview with Niall O'Dowd, the Fighting Irish coach reveals his strong Irish roots.

Travel

The Custom House Visitor Centre officially opens its doors in Dublin city

The interactive exhibits tell the rich history of the iconic building and mark the centenary of the Custom House fire during the War of Independence.

History

Remembering Patrick Kavanagh's 'On Raglan Road' on the anniversary of his death

How Irish poet Patrick Kavanagh and The Dubliner's frontman Luke Kelly came together for the famous Dublin ballad On Raglan Road.

History

On This Day: Irish woman Mary Harris 'Mother Jones' died in 1930

Mary Harris Jones, better known as Mother Jones, was born in Co Cork but went on to become one of the foremost labor activists in the US.

History

Amazing photos from early Kennedy family trips to Ireland

Incredible photos from the Kennedy family's trips to Ireland in the 1930s - from County Antrim to Cork!

Roots

Who is Rose Kennedy Schlossberg?

The first grandchild of president John F. Kennedy, the eldest daughter of Caroline, Rose Kennedy Schlossberg, here's everything you need to know.

History

Fostering children was huge in ancient Ireland 2,500 years ago

The custom was one of many complex laws that were prevalent during eras when famine, internal conflicts, and invasions were rife.

Buy Irish

IrishCentral Christmas gift guide 2021- Feel the magic of Ireland

Make Christmas extra special and spread the holiday cheer by gifting a loved one a unique piece of Ireland.

Roots

The County Cork farmer behind Irish Heritage Tree's second forest

Irish Heritage Tree program's second planting location is based on a rural farm situated near Drimoleague in the heart of West Cork.

Community

Irish actor calls on Irish-America to help save Ireland's castles

Sean Simon is custodian of Cloontykilla Castle and McDermott's Castle is aiming to restore both castles to their former glory.

History

Vanishing tribe - Ireland's Jewish community fades further each year

Where do Jewish people fit into Irish history? From a strong integrated community to the liberation of Europe and the population's decline.

History

On This Day: The Kilmichael Ambush during Ireland's War of Independence

101 years ago today, Irish rebels ambushed a British army column in a remote part of Cork called Kilmichael.

News

Hanukkah menorahs have become a favorite Christmas decoration for the Irish

Only about 2,500 people of Ireland's 4.8 million population are Jewish but the eight-branched candelabra are everywhere at Christmas

History

How Theodore Roosevelt made Irish hero Cuchulainn popular again

The US President added to the Celtic revival and the reinterpretation of the Celts.

Niall O'Dowd

Paul McCartney's Irish heritage helped frame his new book

Editor Paul Muldoon reveals how he and Paul McCartney clicked over their shared Irish heritage while compiling "The Lyrics: 1956 to the Present."

History

Was John F. Kennedy’s mistress killed because she knew too much?

Mary Pinchot Meyer and John F. Kennedy were one of the most talked about rumored affairs of the Camelot era that ended in the tragic death of Meyer in an execution-style shooting.

Roots