St.Brigid, also known as “Mary of the Gael”, is an abbess and patroness of Ireland. She is furthermore the founder of the first Irish monastery in County Kildare, Ireland. Born in Dundalk in 450 AD, St Brigid is accredited with first creating the unique cross which bears her name. This cross is normally Read more…
We’re delighted to announce the Hall of the Red Earl has received a 2023 @tripexpert Experts’ Choice Award. Experts’ Choice is the only industry accolade based on professional reviews, drawing from 100+ publications including leading travel guides, magazines and newspapers. The award recognizes the Hall of the Red Earl as Read more…
Due to popular demand, the beautiful exhibition of hand-made quilts by the Irish Patchwork Society, will be on display at the Hall of the Red Earl until Friday 25th August, 2023. 14 – 25 August, 9:30am – 4:30pm The Hall of The Red Earl Druid Lane, Galway Co. Galway Read more…
14 – 18 August, 9:30am – 4:30pm The Hall of The Red Earl Druid Lane, Galway Co. Galway – City Our Biennial Quilt Exhibition features work by our members. The works exhibited display a variety of skills and techniques, hand work and machine work, modern and traditional. Further Information Read more…
17 August, 6:30pm – 7:30pm Hall of the Red Earl Custom House, Druid Lane Galway, Ireland H91 XV2C Co. Galway – City Join Skylight 47 poetry magazine for an enjoyable evening of poetry to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the West of Ireland. Poets and co-editors of Skylight Read more…
The Hall of the Red Earl Frozen in time, The Hall of the Red Earl stands as a tribute to and reminder of the medieval Galway of centuries gone by. Dating back to the 13th century, the archaeological ruins are linked to the founding of the city itself by the Read more…
On Saturday 13th May 2023 a one hour Rosary will be prayed at the Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane, Galway. This event is a celebration of traditional Roman Catholic heritage and culture, and all are invited to experience how the Rosary is prayed and dedicated to our Lady Read more…
Come and learn the art of weaving and how to make your own St Brigid’s Cross and the history behind it. Drop in anytime from 10am – 4.30pm, all materials provided, cost only €5, schools, groups and individuals all welcome. No booking necessary! St Brigid’s Cross St.Brigid, also known Read more…
Irish Patchwork Society, Western Branch Drop by The Hall of The Red Earl, Druid Lane, Galway to see the lovely seasonal exhibition of our members work, Winter Wonders. Thanks to #galwaycivictrust for kindly hosting us again. The Hall of The Red Earl is open from Monday to Friday 9.30 to Read more…
An unsuspecting modern day visitor to the Hall of the Red Earl meets visitors from the Medieval Past and is handed a set of Keys to safeguard and honour the Heritage of the people of Ireland. As part of Heritage Week 2022 – A Medieval reenactment held on Monday 15th Read more…