History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
How your Irish ancestors traditionally upheld Lent
All the pubs in Ireland used to be closed on St. Patrick’s Day
WATCH: Short film reveals the terrible history of 'No Irish Need Apply'
Where does the expression “the luck of the Irish” come from?
The Irish and Ash Wednesday - Lent, meatless Fridays, hot-crossed buns
"Weile Weile Waile" - How an old Irish murder ballad became a children's song
Story of Patrick Kavanagh's "On Raglan Road" with Luke Kelly
Find your family history online - Ireland's 1926 Census is being digitized
Matt Talbot's example of sober devotion still inspires
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