Category: Archaeology blogs
Tales of Medieval Dublin, lunchtime talks
A quick heads up about the excellent Tales of Medieval Dublin lecture series. Following its successful run in 2010, Dublin City Council and…
On-line RMP database mapping updated
Just a quick post to let everyone know that the on-line RMP database mapping (a list of recorded archaeological monuments) at Archaeology.ie…
Dublin, The Prehistoric City
When we think about the archaeology of Dublin the first things that comes to mind are the extensive Viking…
Archaeology showcase at Ferrycarrig, The Irish National Heritage Park
In the week the Irish government announced a new tourism drive, I’d better give a plug to the heritage sector….
The School of Irish Archaeology
Just a quick heads up about a new heritage business set up by another recently unemployed archaeologist. Mark Kelly, a…
New Viking houses found in Dublin
I see on the news that archaeologists Alan Hayden and Co. uncovered what may be the remains of two Viking…
Mayday and the Celtic festival of Bealtaine
In Ireland Mayday is surrounded by a rich folklore tradition, most of which dates from 19th century. These beliefs give an insight into the mindset of a earlier, more rural Ireland where the spirit world and superstition still prevailed.
Vikings in Co. Louth
The Midlands Viking Symposium begins in Dublin tomorrow and one of the more interesting talks being presented is by…
Bog Butter find from Co. Offaly
Two county Co. Offaly men are in the media spotlight this morning after uncovering a large quantity of bog butter….
Halberds and Crane dances, a new theory.
Just after reading a very interesting article in the latest issue of Archaeology Ireland (Spring 2011). The article discusses how the…
