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Talk: Animal Care in Ireland
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Free to visit
Explore the fascinating folklore of animal care in Ireland at the National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park.

Join Dr. Michael Doherty for a special talk from 3pm to 4pm on Saturday, 7 February 2026, exploring the fascinating folklore of animal care in Ireland.

Drawing on his recent research, Dr. Doherty will present ‘The Folklore of Cattle and Sheep through an Ethnoveterinary Lens’.

This event is in association with Antique Veterinary Objects, an exhibition of selected objects from a donation dealing with animal husbandry and veterinary science now on display.

Free admission, booking required.

Readers are advised to check with the organiser before relying on the details published here.

Event details
Dates
7 February 2026
Time
Start 15:00End 16:00
Price
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Contact details
National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park, Turlough Park House, Gortnafolla, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, F23 HY31, Ireland
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