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The Gentleman that Paid the Rent: The Pig in Irish Mythology, Folklore and Farm Life

August 21 @ 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm

The Gentleman that Paid the Rent: The Pig in Irish Mythology, Folklore and Farm Life

Lunchtime talk by Joe McGowan, Historian and Author

  • Sligo Local Studies & Archive, Bridge Street
  • Thursday 21st August 2025
  • 1.00pm – 1.45pm
BOOKING REQUIRED:
071 9111681 or pgannon@sligococo.ie
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Joe McGowan is a native of Mullaghmore, County Sligo. For many years he has been dedicated to preserving, visually and orally, Ireland’s disappearing traditions and customs. He is the author of several books, including classics such as, ‘Echoes of a Savage Land’, ‘A Bitter Wind’, ‘Inishmurray, Gale, Stone and Fire’ and most recently ‘Even the Heather Bled’.

Details

Venue

  • Local Studies and Reference Library
  • Stephen Street,Sligo
    Sligo, Sligo Ireland
    + Google Map
  • Phone 071 9111674

Details

Venue

  • Local Studies and Reference Library
  • Stephen Street,Sligo
    Sligo, Sligo Ireland
    + Google Map
  • Phone 071 9111674