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Coom Wedge Tomb • Kerry This small wedge tomb likely dates to around c.2500 BC. A transitional period following the stone age Neolithic, when the first metalworking in copper and gold began in Ireland.

In today's edition of our free #MonumentMonday newsletter, we take a look at how field names can hold the hidden histories and stories of a landscape.

Dún Dúcathair • Inis Mór The great stone fort of Dún Dúcathair (‘the Black Fort’) is an often overlooked wonder of Inis Mór. Not for the faint of heart, its great stone rampart cuts off a promontory defended by sheer cliff face on its remaining three sides. #WildAtlanticWay

It's publication day for "Green & Blue: Irish Americans in the Union Military: 1861-1865"! Now available for purchase in hardcopy/ebook. It examines the experience of the c.250,000 Irish Americans who served in U.S. forces, making use of 100s of letters by or for enlisted men.

The Historic Astronomical Observatories of Ireland have been added to the World Heritage Tentative List for Ireland. This cross-border partnership comprises Armagh Planetarium & Observatory, Birr Castle & Demesne, and Dunsink Observatory House. Learn More: bit.ly/3Yz9tlY

Muiredach's Cross • Monasterboice • Louth As today marks Good Friday, here is the finest of Ireland's high crosses. The early 10th century Muiredach’s Cross at Monasterboice.

Are you planning to get out and about this Easter weekend? Choose your own adventure with our exclusive articles and itineraries that help you to discover Ireland's wonderful archaeology, heritage, and story-filled landscapes.

Seefin • Wicklow This Neolithic passage tomb crowns the summit of Seefin in the Wicklow Mountains. The name Seefin derives Suí Finn — Fionn's Seat. A reference to the famous Fionn Mac Cumhaill, whose Fianna hunted through the Dublin and Wicklow Mountains.

Another wonderful day in the Burren! A day of limestone plateau, stone forts, megalithic tombs, unexpected music, and blooming wildflowers. Full hearts and memory cards.

We had a great day today at #HeritageHorizons, a national heritage conference by The Heritage Council. It was great to hear contributions from a wide range of speakers and hear some wonderful music too!

The Giant's Grave Wedge Tomb • Lough Gur • Limerick This fine example of a wedge tomb was excavated in 1938, and it was found to contain the remains of at least eight adults and four children. Subsequent radiocarbon dating suggests that the burials date between 2202–2162 BC.

I was delighted to join Clare for the first episode of the new Digging Into Waterford Podcast! The conversation ranged from Vikings to prehistoric landscapes, community archaeology, and more! You can listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/episode/0IDIck…

Explore historic Howth with our brand new itinerary! The story of Howth is millennia in the making. Our exclusive itinerary will bring you through stories of the past on the peninsula, with medieval churches and megalithic tombs.

In today's edition of our free MonumentMonday newsletter, we take a trip to Tipperary to the Lingaun Valley. Here in the ancient borderlands of Munster and Leinster, we find two incredible examples of early medieval art, ingenuity, and spiritual belief; the Ahenny Crosses.

Trim Castle • Meath This is the mighty Barbican Gate of Trim Castle. It was constructed in the early 13th century. The large cylindrical tower was further defended by a projecting tower and a bridge over the moat. With a drawbridge, portcullis, and arrow loops.

Viking Swords • Dublin The modern suburbs of Kilmainham & Islandbridge were once the burial grounds of Viking Dublin. It is thought that at least fifty people were buried at Kilmainham and Islandbridge. Making it one of the largest known Viking cemeteries outside Scandinavia.

What a day on the Ardmore Cliff Walk! A truly elemental experience of stunning scenery and fascinating heritage.

In today's edition of our free #MonumentMonday newsletter with Abarta Heritage, we visit the important early church of Aghadoe on the outskirts of Killarney, County Kerry.