History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
What is Ogham? A look at the ancient Irish alphabet
The "Bad Bridgets" - forgotten Famine era single pregnant women who fled to America
4,000-year-old gold necklace recovered from dumpster
Ancient Sheela na Gigs, Irish statues of women exposing themselves, explained
Strong Irish women – world leader in the insect world “Madam Dragonfly”
On This Day: Harry Clarke, stained glass artist, is born in Dublin
The intersection of Saint Patrick and paganism in Ireland
St. Patrick’s Breastplate: the prayer of Ireland's patron saint
St. Patrick’s Day on Achill Island - a day unlike any other
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