Ardagh Heritage Center

Ardagh Heritage Center is located near Ardagh Mountain, a hill which reaches a height 650 feet (200 meters). This hill, formerly known as Brí Leith, was believed to be home to Midir, a Celtic god. Brí Leith is associated with several folkloric stories and is mentioned in the Book of Tara. 

Midir and Etain rising Click on photo

Midir and Etain-detail

Muintir Ainghaile-ancestors to the O'Farrells

O'Farrell history

A Sidhe (shee) the fairy folk of Ireland guarding Brí Leith

Heritage Center grounds