What can the history of hairdos tell us about everyday Irish women's lives? How do fashion and beauty standards reflect broader societal issues of a time and place? Join Historian in Residence Katie Blackwood in Raheny Library as she investigates these questions through juxtaposing key moments in twentieth century women's history with hairstyles from the same time periods and by tracing the growth of hair salons in Dublin. Booking is required as spaces are limited.

St. Patrick's Festival is Ireland's official celebration of our national holiday, St. Patrick's Day. Its origins lie in honoring Ireland's patron saint, St. Patrick. Initially, it was a solemn commemorative feast day dedicated to paying tribute to the saint, but over the years, St. Patrick's Day has evolved into a vibrant celebration encompassing the richness of Irish culture. Today, it is a joyful occasion marked by parades, performances, and diverse expressions of Irish heritage; a multicultural international event that is committed to displaying contemporary and traditional arts, culture

IADT's next Open Day will take place on Saturday 22nd March 2025 from 10am-1pm. Whether you'd like more details about course content and modules or a chat about future plans and careers, IADT experts are on hand to answer your questions ahead of the CAO deadline. Join us for our CAO Open Day to find out what makes IADT unique. • Explore our growing campus of the Creative Industries, visit our studios and take a tour of the National Film School. • Chat to our Student Ambassadors about life at IADT. • Attend talks, Q&A sessions and live demos. • Meet our lecturers and ask yo