Surprising history behind St. Patrick's Day
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Looking to share the meaning of St. Patrick's Day with your child? Here's the history of this festive holiday.
St. Patrick's Day is celebrated annually on March 17 to commemorate the death of Ireland's patron saint. The correct abbreviation for the holiday is "St. Paddy's Day," not "St. Patty's Day." Wearing green on the holiday originated in 18th-century Ireland ...
The St. Patrick's Day Parade has become one of the most beloved traditions of the Big Apple -- but how did this yearly event come to be and why is it celebrated? Here is everything you need to know about the history of this renowned event, attended by ...
St. Patrick's Day is finally here! And while you may be wondering which restaurants will be offering green beer and if there will be any St. Paddy's Day parades going on in your city, have you ever stopped and wondered about the history of St. Patrick's Day?
In Ireland, there’s still an important religious and cultural component to the holiday, even as it has simply become an excuse to wear green and heavily drink in the rest of the world. Because historical details about St.