Why do people pucker up beneath a parasitic plant during Christmastime? Explore the ancient Celtic origins of this midwinter custom
Category Archives: History
From Apple Bobbing to Trick-or-Treating: The Celtic History Behind Our Favorite Halloween Traditions
The history of Halloween is steeped in Celtic culture. Uncover the Celtic origins of 6 Halloween customs.
Dracula’s Irish Origins: Was Bram Stoker’s Vampire Actually Inspired by the Celtic Chieftain Abhartach?
We all know that Dracula was based on Vlad the Impaler, right? Turns out there’s a lot more to the story
Was ‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow’ Really Inspired by the Dullahan, the Headless Horseman of Irish Mythology?
An in-depth history of the Dullahan and how he may (or may not) have influenced Washington Irving’s headless horseman
The Jaw-Dropping History of the Jack-O’-Lantern: A Tale of Turnips, Samhain, and Severed Heads
Where do jack-o’-lanterns come from? Learn about their Irish origins in this deep dive
Book Review: Irelandopedia by Fatti and John Burke
Take an adventure around Ireland with this beautifully illustrated compendium of maps, facts, and knowledge.
WolfWalkers and Irish Mythology: The Lycanthropic Lore Behind the Oscar-Nominated Animated Feature
Werewolves are a staple of Irish folklore. Learn how a Kilkenny-based cartoon studio brought them to life in the gorgeous film WolfWalkers.
Did the Celts Really Reach the Americas Before the Vikings and Columbus? Debunking a Misguided Theory
Popular beliefs about the ancient Celts are plagued by pseudoarchaeology. It’s time to clear a few things up.
The 25 Most Beautiful Books of Irish Photography
Visit the land that inspired the myths from the comfort of your coffee table with this collection of Irish photography books
Double-Header Book Review: The Celtic Empire by Peter Berresford Ellis and Celtic Empire by Clive Cussler
Two books, both alike in title but definitely not in dignity. Journey to the historical and fictional Celtic Empires.
Irish Myths 