Irish history is complicated, diverse and stretches back millenia. What's picked out for you are snapshots of that diverse history.

Places to Visit

National History Museum of Ireland

Heritage Ireland (historic sites to visit)

National Library of Ireland

To Watch

These are all free links through RTE Player

This Land - A short film about Ireland's relationship with race, identity and immigration.

John Connors: The Travellers - A research project which shines light on the story of Ireland’s Travelling People.

A Different Country - A landmark documentary recounting the astonishing true story of how the Irish LGBT+ community first mobilised to change the laws around homosexuality.

The Burren: Heart of Stone - A journey through the ages, tracing the genetic story of the Irish people.

The Hunger: The story of the Irish Famine

The Irish Revolution - A major documentary project to mark the centenary of the Irish War of Independence.

Panti's Noble Call - A post-show oration at the National Theatre of Ireland

A Women's Place - Women In Politics in Ireland