St Fursey the Dragon Slayer
On the Feast Day of St Fursey, a look at the life and legends of a lesser known early Irish saint.
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Sinéad De Valera: A woman of substance
Today on her death anniversary, we remember Sinéad De Valera, a Celtic revivalist and author of repute.
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A Selection of Art
Irish stained glass artist and illustrator Harry Clarke passed away of ill health on his way back to Dublin at only 42 years old on this day in 1931. Today,…
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Celebrating the changing seasons of Ancient Ireland
The ancient Irish pagan celebrations and calendar were intertwined with their mythology. Now, celebrations for Celtic heroes and deities are Christian holidays.
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Dracula: A horror novel from the Irish imagination
Bram Stoker is the famous Irish novelist who wrote Dracula. His rise to stardom, however, is often overlooked because of his timeless horror novel.
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A collection of real Irish ghost stories for Halloween
There's no better way to observe Oíche Shamhna (Halloween) than to read spine-chilling stories of otherworldly encounters from real people across Ireland.
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The Powerful Women of Irish Mythology: The Morrígan – Goddess of Death
As we continue to traverse through the world of Irish mythology for powerful women, we encounter the feared Morrígan
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Reek Sunday: What to Know if You Want to Go
Every year, on the last Sunday of July, people from around the world gather to celebrate Reek Sunday. When weather permits, as many as 25,000 people gather near Clew Bay…
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The English Invitation: King Diarmaid and Strongbow
A riveting account of how King Diarmaid extended an invitation to the English to come to his aid in his homeland, thus changing Irish history forever.
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Where Mary Kenny Goes, God Never Feels Far Behind
Let me start with a confession. As a kid born in the 90’s, I have fallen quite out of touch with my own faith as many of my peers have;…
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