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Talk: Take me to the Church: Love & Marriage in the Calendar Year
Family friendly
Free to visit
Join Keeper of the Irish Folklife Collection, Clodagh Doyle as she explores traditions in love and marriage in the calendar year.

Join keeper of the Irish Folklife Collection, Clodagh Doyle, this St Valentine's Day (14 February) to find out about matchmaking, marriage and the traditions in between!

The celebration of St Valentine’s Day is a modern construct, but love and marriage customs have traditionally played a significant role in Irish society.

Learn more at this talk from 2pm to 3pm on Saturday, 14 February 2026.

Free admission, booking required. For adults & ages 14+yrs

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Event details
Dates
14 February 2026
Time
Start 14:00End 15:00
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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