Máire de Paor

Máire de Paor was a renowned archaeologist, historian, broadcaster, and activist from Ireland, celebrated for her significant contributions to the study of early Christian Ireland and her advocacy for the arts and political equality. Born in 1923, she defied the restrictive norms of her time, becoming a prominent figure in academia and public life, and was a founding member of Cumann Merriman. Her bestselling book, 'Early Christian Ireland,' co-authored with her husband, solidified her legacy in Irish scholarship. Throughout her career, she championed the importance of cultural independence and the visual and performing arts.