Category: Foklore
Irish Folklore
Lucky and Unlucky Signs: Folklore from Co. Kerry
This blog post details some of the signs/portents which were deemed lucky or unlucky in early 20th century Ireland. It…
Children’s Games: Folklore from Co. Kerry
This blog post details some of the games played by Irish children in the earlier part of the 20th century….
Lore of Certain Days: Folklore from Co. Kildare
This blog post details some of the folklore surrounding the days of the week in early 20th century Ireland. It…
The folklore of shoes: An account from Co. Galway
This blog post details some of the folklore and history surrounding shoes in early 20th century Ireland. It is based…
Supernatural activity in Camblin, New Ross. Folklore from Co Wexford
This Irish folklore account details supernatural activity in a Co. Wexford cottage and is based on information supplied by Richard…
Our Farm Animals. Folklore from Co. Wexford
This early 20th century Irish folklore account details the animals found on a Co Wexford farm. It is based on…
A Cure for a Cow in the Fairies: Folklore from Co. Mayo
This early 20th century Irish folklore account details the belief that cows could be enchanted by the fairies. It is…
Marriage Customs: Folklore from Co. Donegal
This folklore account details some of the beliefs surrounding marriage in early 20th century Ireland. It is based on information…
Irish Proverbs. Folklore from Co. Waterford
This list of Irish proverbs was collected by the pupils attending Clochar San Eoin Dé school, Waterford in 1938. A…
Death-Lore. Folklore from Co. Mayo
This folklore account details some of the superstitions surrounding death in early 20th century Ireland. It is based on…
