David Misstear

Tutsan, The Metals, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

Ivy-leaved toadflax, The Metals, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

Una Mullally: In Manchán Magan, Ireland had a writer whose words could light up the synapses Magan was a wholly authentic force, full of awe and devoid of cynicism

Wrote about how Manchán Magan’s writing, knowledge and ideas lit up the synapses.

A lovely angle shades basking in the sun in Dún Laoghaire. #teammoth

Common knapweed, Bundoran, Co. Donegal. #wildflowerhour

Red clover, Bundoran, Co. Donegal. #wildflowerhour

Hollyhock, West Pier, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

Small teasel, West Pier, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

Shepherd's-purse, West Pier, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

Scarlet pimpernel, West Pier, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

Lemon balm, The Metals, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

Great photo, it's a lovely spot.

Ah, that's really interesting thanks, never knew origin of Pilibín!

Crane fly (daddy long legs), Dún Laoghaire. Known as 'snáthaid an diabhail' ('the Devil's needle') or 'Pilib an gheataire' ('Philip of the rush'/'skinny Philip') in Irish. Not sure where the 'Philip' comes from, anyone?

Come along on Culture Night for a rich and informative historical tour of the National Museum of Ireland – Collins Barracks exploring LGBTQIA+ history in the Museum’s collections. This tour views the Museum’s exhibitions through alternative lenses, bringing some hidden histories and perspectives to the fore.

Drop into the Discovery Zone this Culture Night and choose your favourite animal on display in the new Dead Zoo Lab. Museum Educators will be on hand to answer any curious questions and show-off the new handling carts where you can touch real fossils, fur and bones!

ake part in an engaging, hands-on session exploring the age-old question of how to spend your evening – going out or staying in? This interactive experience offers a unique opportunity to handle a selection of historical objects related to fashion, grooming, and leisure activities of times past, from elegant accessories and grooming tools used to prepare for a night on the town, to the more intimate items associated with domestic entertainment and relaxation.

Step into the past this #CultureNight at Collins Barracks!
Explore fashion, grooming & leisure of bygone eras, join tactile tours & discover LGBTQIA+ stories in our collections.
🐾 Ask about your fave creature in the Dead Zoo Lab!
📍 Fri 19 Sept, 17:00–21:00
🎟️ Free
🔗 www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Devil's-Bit Scabious, Vartry Reservoir Upper, Co. Wicklow. #wildflowerhour

A lot of competition, but my #favouriteplant from this year was this Round-leaved Sundew on the bog near Ballyshannon. It's been lovely looking back through photos from the year. A big thanks to #wildflowerhour, it always gives an extra incentive to get out and explore.

Great to see Dún Laoghaire as winner of Ireland’s Greenest Subirb!

Fantastic photos!

Oat cuisine

Small copper, Upper Vartry Reservoir, Co. Wicklow. #butterflies

Stunning photo!

Purpletop vervain, parked illegally in Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

Rock Sea-lavender, Seapoint, Co. Dublin. #wildflowerhour

Snapdragon, Blackrock, Co. Dublin. #wildflowerhour

Wood Avens, Knocksink Wood, Co. Wicklow. #seedheads #wildflowerhour

Groundsel, Dún Laoghaire. #seedheads #wildflowerhour

Rough Hawkbit, Sandycove. #seedheads #wildflowerhour

Nipplewort, Sorrento Park, Dalkey. #seedheads #wildflowerhour

Alexanders, Dillon's Park, Dalkey. #seedheads #wildflowerhour