IrishCentral contributor John Joe McGinley on one of the most mysterious raids in Irish history, the Sack of Baltimore, when ...

During the year of the 250th anniversary of American independence, Paul Meany reflects on how the American Declaration ...

The potato is often seen as a humble food, a versatile crop that graces dinner tables worldwide. Yet, for 19th-century Ireland, this simple tuber was more than a dietary staple – it was a lifeline.

Welcome to the island of Ireland, a place where every step unfolds layers of history, culture, and natural beauty. For the Irish diaspora and first-time visitors alike, embarking on a journey through ...

The ambitious project aims to address several longstanding issues at the museum, including accessibility issues and the preservation of several collections. Constructed in 1856, the Natural History ...

Growing up as an Irish woman, I often wondered why a Romano-British man became Ireland’s enduring global icon, eclipsing nearly every Irish woman in history. Yet every March, millions worldwide ...

As Women’s History Month draws to a close, Ireland, a nation still navigating the tensions between its traditional Catholic roots and its progressive modern identity, continues to face gender gaps in ...

In the summer of 2002, a dispute inside the Republic of Ireland’s football camp spiralled into a national controversy. Few ...