Irish Folklore & Mythology
Ireland has one of the finest heritages of traditional culture and story. From mischievous characters such as the Leprechaun and the mystery of the Tuatha Dé Danann to the dramatic realms of saints and scholars and to the larger than life legends of Cuchulain and the Fianna the National Leprechaun Museum opens a fascinating window on Ireland and the Irish.
The myths and legends of Ireland overflow with giants and heroes, maidens, battles and brave deeds. In addition to what you may experience at the museum, this site will give an insight into the many adventures in Irish imagination. Check back regularly as we add to this online resource.
The word leprechaun comes from the Irish Lú Chorpain meaning small body.
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An atmosphere of magic and mystery surrounded the Tuatha Dé Danann. We read that they first came to Ireland in obscure clouds, landing on a mountain in the west of...
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Fairies (in Irish, sí) are a spirit community, who inhabit the landscape side by side with humans.
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All over Ireland fairy hills and raths are still respected as homes of the other world people. The leprechaun lives with the other characters of this world.
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Ireland was ruled for thirty-seven years by the Fir Bolg, and they prospered. One night, however, their king Eochaidh Mac Eirc had a dream in which he saw a great...
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