Sunday January 29th 2012:

ST. BRIGID'S CROSS WORKSHOP

Join our instructor's Ronan and Elaine to learn the traditional art of making a St. Brigid’s Cross.

Places are limited, please book early to avoid disappointment.

Brigid's cross, Brighid's cross, or Brigit's cross, often with the "Saint" prefix, or (in the Irish language) Cros Bríde, Crosóg Bríde or Bogha Bríde, (though not recorded before the seventeenth century) is an Irish symbol.
Though a Christian symbol, it possibly derives from the pagan sunwheel. It is usually made from rushes or, less often, straw. It comprises a woven square in the centre and four radials tied at the ends.
Brigid's crosses are associated with Brigid of Kildare, who is venerated as one of the patron saints of Ireland. The crosses are traditionally made on 1 February, which in the Irish language is called Lá Fhéile Bhríde (St. Brigid's feast day), the day of her liturgical celebration.

Many rituals are associated with the making of the crosses. It was traditionally believed that a Brigid's Cross protects the house from fire and evil. It is hung in many Irish kitchens for this purpose.

Doors Open: 3:00pm
Commences At: 3:00pm
Admission: €6.00