How has the Gaelic League promoted Irish language and folklore in Dublin?

Founded in 1893 by Douglas Hyde, the Gaelic League (Conradh na Gaeilge) has played a central role in Dublin’s cultural life by spearheading the Gaelic Revival.123

The organization promotes the Irish language by working to preserve it and revive its use in areas where it had ceased to be spoken. Beyond language advocacy, the League is instrumental in the promotion of Irish folklore and traditional culture. Its influence extends to the organization of feiseanna—festivals that feature competitions in traditional storytelling, dancing, instrumental music, and singing.231

By encouraging a return to authentically Irish traditions, the Gaelic League provided essential inspiration for the broader Irish literary renaissance and the nationalist movement at the turn of the 20th century.2