‘Tara by Name, Tara by Nature’ Could there be another Tara in Westmeath...?

‘Tara by Name, Tara by Nature’ is a project exploring the archaeology and placename heritage linked to Ireland’s many ‘Tara or Teamair’ sites.

By studying Tara sites beyond Meath, the project aims for a greater understanding of those sites within their landscapes and communities, in addition to helping to provide a deeper insight into the Hill of Tara itself and its potential connections to other similar sites around the country.

Early findings show that Tevrin (between Mullingar and Delvin) is a site of particular interest with strong placename evidence connecting it to the wider Tara tradition.

The project team, led by Dr Susan Curran of the Discovery Programme, the national archaeological research body, and Abarta Heritage are holding a community workshop and inviting locals to share stories, memories, and folklore connected to sites in the area. All welcome to attend. It’s on Thursday March 5 at 6pm in Mullingar Library.