The Myth and Memory Seminar in the Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise, during the Samhain Folk Festival 2026 exploring the connections between Irish and European folklore, myth, history and tradition. Funded through Cultúr 2026, Creative Ireland Laois the event in partnership with Laois County Council was captured on camera by Julie Harvey.
1. Thomas Carolan (Laois Heritage Officer) with speaker David Broderick (Creative Ireland Laois) introducing the Myth and Memory Seminar in the Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise, during the Samhain Folk Festival 2026. Exploring the rich connections between Irish and European folklore, myth, history and tradition. Funded through Cultúr 2026, Creative Ireland Laois in partnership with Laois County Council.
Photo: Julie Harvey
2. Julie Scully with Niamh Boyce enjoying the hospitality at a Myth and Memory Seminar in the Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise, during the Samhain Folk Festival 2026. Exploring the rich connections between Irish and European folklore, myth, history and tradition. Funded through Cultúr 2026, Creative Ireland Laois in partnership with Laois County Council.
Photo: Julie Harvey
3. Nuala Hayes (speaker) with Teresa Ryan - Feehan enjoying the hospitality at a Myth and Memory Seminar.
Photo: Julie Harvey
4. Dr Florence Craven with Aaron Grimes (Speaker) at Myth and Memory Seminar in the Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise, during the Samhain Folk Festival 2026.
Photo: Julie Harvey
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