Booking is now open for our Halloween evening at the Hall of the Red Earl!

On Friday 30 October, Galway Civic Trust presents two talks exploring folklore, mythology, symbolism and mystery in the atmospheric surroundings of the Hall.

6.00pm – Animal Symbolism in Ancient Ireland

Ronan Harvey

Explore the meanings and significance attributed to animals in the mythology, folklore and traditions of ancient Ireland.

BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE – 6PM

7.00pm – Lilith: The First Witch?

Declan O’Shea

Demon, temptress, Adam’s first wife, witch – who, or what, was Lilith?

An illustrated Halloween talk exploring the origins and changing story of Lilith, from ancient demonology and medieval folklore to the modern imagination.

BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE – 7PM

Friday 30 October 2026 · 6-8pm
Peadar O’Dowd Gallery, Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane, Galway

Free admission · Booking required · Optional donations welcome

Come for one talk or join us for both.

🎟️ 6pm –  Animal Symbolism in Ancient Ireland — Book Now

🎟️ 7pm –  Lilith: The First Witch? — Book Now

 

 


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