Make a St Brigid's Cross Workshop

February 1 marks Lá Fhéile Bríde or St Brigid’s Day, and there are many traditions and customs associated with this feast day, dedicated to Ireland's patron saint.
St. Brigid's Day (and the older Celtic festival of Imbolc) was an important seasonal marker in folk tradition, signifying the start of spring, new life, fertility, and growth.

Join a Museum educator to learn how to make your own St. Brigid's Cross using the methods which have been handed down from previous generations.

Please note that there are two sessions available.

Session 1: 2pm - 3pm

Session 2: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

This is a free event. Suitable for all ages. No booking required. Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis if required.

Don't forget, the Museum has an ongoing display that explores St. Brigid's Day customs as well as a special temporary display of St Brigid's Crosses, to demonstrate the regional styles and variations throughout Ireland and the different materials used.

You may also like the following events from National Museum of Ireland:

• Next Friday, 30th January, 10:00 am, Museum in Bloom Trail in Dublin
• Next Friday, 30th January, 06:00 pm, BOOK LAUNCH: Booleying in Ireland by Dr Theresa McDonald in Castlebar
• Next Saturday, 31st January, 10:00 am, St. Brigids Weekend at Collins Barracks in Dublin

Also check out other Festivals in Castlebar, Workshops in Castlebar, Nonprofit events in Castlebar.