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Video of the Holiday

The History of St. Patrick's Day

A look at the celebration of Ireland's patron saint.

Corned Beef and Cabbage

Learn the surprising history of this iconic St. Patrick's Day dish.

Irish Stew

See how to make a true Irish classic.

Who Was St. Patrick

St. Patrick

Did St. Patrick really rid Ireland of snakes?

» Find out the real story

History of the Holiday

shamrocks

St. Patrick's Day is known for the wearing of the green.

» Get the history of St. Patrick's Day

All Things Irish Quiz

irish cliffs

Do you know a shamrock from a shillelagh? Test your knowledge of The Emerald Isle.

» Take the Irish quiz

Symbols and Traditions

Symbols and Traditions

What do snakes, corned beef and leprechauns have in common? St. Patrick's Day.

» See more traditions and symbols of St. Patrick's Day

Slainte!

Guiness

May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go.

» Be prepared to say a toast this St. Patrick's Day

The Parade

st. patrick's day parade

The first St. Patrick's Day parade in America took place in New York City in 1762.

» Explore this historic display of Irish pride

Irish Writers

James Joyce

James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, and Jonathan Swift are three of the many talented authors hailing from the Emerald Isle.

» Discover more of Ireland's famous writers

Features

Irish singer Bono

Meet some of the famous citizens of Ireland.
» St. Patrick's Day on Biography.com

Irish countryside

Experience history at the source.
»Explore Ireland with History

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The History Channel Traveler: Tall Ships & the Emerald Isle

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The Harp and The Shamrock / Story of St. Patrick's Day DVD

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Paddy Whacked: The Irish Mob DVD

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University of Notre Dame: Fighting Irish DVD Collector's Set

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