Ireland
Are Bagpipes Irish?
We are all so used to thinking of bagpipes as Scottish – about as quintessentially Scottish as haggis....
What is a Shillelagh and Irish Stick Fighting?
I’ll refrain from telling my off-colored joke about what’s under a kilt and a Shillelagh. What in the...
Explore These Historic Castles in Ireland
Minnesota is the Land of 10,000 Lakes, whereas Ireland is known as the Land of 30,000 Castles. Can...
What Is The History Behind The Irish Flag?
Green, white, orange or orange, white, green? Can you name the order of colors on an Irish flag...
Show Your Irish Spirit with a St. Patrick’s Day Outfit
Sláinte! If your family is like ours, St. Patrick’s Day is a high holy holiday, dressed up head...
The Claddagh and other Celtic Symbols
Many beautiful stories of history and folklore explain the creation and adoption of essential symbols used in Celtic...
Ultimate Guide to Irish Regions
There is no denying that the island of Ireland is a magical place. Rolling green hills, stunning scenery,...
Irish Mythology 101
Ireland is a nation that has long been associated with thrilling legends, mysterious myths, and tantalizing traditions. This...
The History of Irish Traditions in America
When it comes to Irish traditions in America, many of us are like Harrison Ford in “The Devil’s...
Kissing your Thumb
Kissing your Thumb Originally published May 2016 The oath traditionally given in court to “tell the truth, the...