Irish mythology – Irish Myths

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

Where do jack-o’-lanterns come from? Learn about their Irish origins in this deep dive

Take an adventure around Ireland with this beautifully illustrated compendium of maps, facts, and knowledge.

Learn how Irish and Celtic mythology inspired some of today’s most popular books, films, TV shows, and fictional characters.

Explore the gods and creatures of Celtic mythology in all their colorful glory in these comic book interpretations of the classic tales.

A brief history of the comic book versions of Celtic gods and some theories as to how they might make their way onto the silver screen

Werewolves are a staple of Irish folklore. Learn how a Kilkenny-based cartoon studio brought them to life in the gorgeous film WolfWalkers.

Popular beliefs about the ancient Celts are plagued by pseudoarchaeology. It’s time to clear a few things up.

Visit the land that inspired the myths from the comfort of your coffee table with this collection of Irish photography books

Spoiler alert: There is no single “god of music” in Irish mythology, but there are plenty of divine virtuosos. These are their stories.