Articles related to "Irish Families"

Baptisms by Canadian missionaries for Irish Catholics living in nearby Vermont and New York are an unexpected treasure for genealogists tracing these families.

Another collection of handy and very useful genealogy resources, this time for anyone with Irish heritage. It can be hard to access original vital records from overseas.

Canadian missionaries working in the Canadian-United States border region often baptized Irish Catholics in New York and Vermont. Here are some of those records.

People differ in their opinions on who the Black Irish are. If you have been told that you have Black Irish in your ancestry, it might not mean what you think it does.

This town on the Great Wagon Road is key to imagining the early settlers' experience. It is one of the oldest towns west of the Blue Ridge and an early center for trade.

There are dozens of resources for tracing Irish Ancestors. Some are available online, several are in North America and more are in Ireland.

The best dramas and comedies to celebrate St Patrick's Day.

Lonely Planet's new pocket guide to Irish language & culture is an essential read for anyone looking to learn more about life, language and history in the Emerald Isle

When his father was arrested by the English King, Lord Offlay, better known as 'Silken Thomas' launched an Irish rebellion against the English.

Looking for some ideas for unique St. Patrick's Day gifts, treats or favors? Check out these lucky finds!

Grace O'Malley (1530-1603) defied belief, resisted definition, despised convention, and ultimately took on the greatest enemy her land had yet encountered. And won!

Potatoes are the cornerstone of the Irish traditional recipes Colcannon and Champ. With the main season's potatoes available, here's how to make a Colcannon and a Champ.

Today, Labor Day weekend is associated with the end of summer--the end of the official tourist season. Historically, Labor Day was to honor the American workforce.

Hatchlands near Guildford in England, is home to a collection of historic keyboard instruments on display and still in regular use today at the concerts held there.

Baptisms by Canadian missionaries for Irish Catholics living in nearby Vermont and New York are an unexpected treasure for genealogists tracing these families.

There are several types of Irish soda bread and this is the type done in a skillet and is called Farl.

In keeping with its re-election promise, the Ontario Government is consulting with the public on how to define and measure poverty, as well as how to reduce it.

Children will enjoy reading books about the history of St. Patrick's Day and how different people celebrate this Irish holiday, especially with St. Patrick's Day parades.

Brief biography of Robert Boyle, considered one of the founders of modern chemistry, perspectives of science and his works, and his The Sceptical Chymist.

Saint Patrick's Day is a celebration with parades, green beer, leprechauns and friendly people gathering together. Here are some St. Pat's events in Ohio.

Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, isn't actually Irish, but despite his birth in fourth century Britain, he isn't technically British either.

America's contribution to the Christmas season's repertoire of carols includes two heartfelt spirituals whose authors remain unknown.