Sorry for the late posting. Internet is difficult to obtain at night and it was difficult for the writer to stay awake. The author is getting tired, but the students’ energy is alive and well.
Today we walked down to the National Museum of Ireland and the National Library. The Irish archaeological collection is the primary repository of ancient Irish artifacts and an indispensable source for researchers into the development of Irish civilization from prehistoric times until the end of the Middle Ages and beyond. The period covered by the exhibitions extends from the Mesolithic through to the end of the medieval period, and includes internationally known treasures such as the Ardagh Chalice, 'Tara' Brooch and Derrynaflan Hoard.
In the afternoon we went to Croke Park Stadium Tour and GAA Museum. Croke Park has been at the heart of Irish sporting life for over a hundred years. Boasting a capacity for 82,300 people, the stadium is the home of Gaelic Games and the headquarters of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA). Prior to the Association's purchase of the stadium in 1913, the grounds were in private ownership. Croke Park is also the location of “Bloody Sunday”, a day in history that the Irish will never forget. Regardless of the Queen’s most recent visit to the Park, some of the Irish will never forgive.
We ended the day with a visit to listen to World Famous Traditional Live Irish Music and view the Irish Dancing Show (Celtic Rhythm Dancers) at O’Connell Bridge. One lucky Springfield College student had an opportunity to dance with the stars of the show.
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