A D V E R T I S E M E N T
A D V E R T I S E M E N T
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) has released the first table from the long-awaited 1926 census, offering insights into the working lives of men and women in the early years of the Irish Free State.
Boasting eight Irish great-grandparents, it’s no wonder that President John F. Kennedy’s iconic visit to Ireland in 1963 forged deep emotional connections that resonate throughout the island to this day.
Between 1746 and 1752, the Anglican Bishop of Elphin sent 221 letters to his only surviving child. Filled with banter, they offer a peek into the daily lives of the upper echelons of 18th-century Anglo-Irish society.
The tau cross from Roughaun Hill, near Killinaboy church site in north Clare, is an impressive early medieval boundary marker. Its unusual form and carvings have long mystified scholars and locals alike, leading to its removal from its original context on more than one occasion.
As the National Archives of Ireland prepares to publish the 1926 census online this spring, a public programme to accompany its release will explore the historical, social and genealogical significance of the first census of the Irish Free State.
The 12th-century high cross at Dysert O’Dea, featuring carvings of Biblical scenes and renowned for its healing powers, has weathered multiple falls but stands today as a revered symbol in north Clare.
North Cork and West Cork graveyards have been included in the latest burial record release by Skibbereen Heritage Centre, with a searchable database attracting strong interest from diaspora and locals.
In this article, Margaret O’Dwyer delves into the often-overlooked history and architecture of the historic rural residences of the lesser gentry, focusing on her home parish of Barryroe in West Cork.
This guide explores the role of DNA testing in Irish genealogical research. Through practical tips, learn how to use these tests to trace your ancestral lineage and bridge the present to the past.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T
A D V E R T I S E M E N T
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Irish Heritage News participates in the Amazon Associates program with Amazon.co.uk and the Awin program with FindMyPast and the British Newspaper Archive. These affiliate marketing programs are designed to provide a means for websites to earn advertising fees. We earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through advertising and linking.
Get Updates Directly to Your Inbox!