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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 22h

Sheep's-bit on a wall overlooking Lough Dan, Co. Wicklow. #wildflowerhour

David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 22h

Tormentil on the path up to Scarr, Co. Wicklow. This flower is thought to get its name from the Latin for pain, as it was seen as a healing plant. For more facts about Ireland's wildflowers, Zoë Devlin's fantastic wildflowersofireland.net is a great resource, as are her books. #wildflowerhour

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 7d

Tutsan, The Metals, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 7d

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

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Una Mullally @unamullally.bsky.social · 8d

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

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

www.irishtimes.com

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 8d

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

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 14d

Common knapweed, Bundoran, Co. Donegal. #wildflowerhour

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 14d

Red clover, Bundoran, Co. Donegal. #wildflowerhour

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 21d

Hollyhock, West Pier, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 21d

Small teasel, West Pier, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 21d

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

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 21d

Scarlet pimpernel, West Pier, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 21d

Lemon balm, The Metals, Dún Laoghaire. #wildflowerhour

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 22d

Great photo, it's a lovely spot.

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 23d

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

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 23d

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?

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National Museum of Ireland @nmireland.bsky.social · 26d

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...

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.

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 28d

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

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David Misstear @dmisstear.bsky.social · 28d

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.