St. Brendan The Navigator of Fenit

St. Brendan International Conference – May 2013

17th & 18th May, 2013

Part of The Gathering, this International conference focusing on the legacy of St. Brendan the Navigator (484-577 AD), Patron of Kerry and Clonfert Diocese, renowned seafarer, monk, scholar and founder of monasteries.

Part of the St. Brendan Week Celebrations centering on Ardfert, Fenit, Dingle and Tralee, May 14 – 18 2013

Speakers include  Professor Joseph Nagy, UCLA, Dr. Jonathan Wooding, University of Wales, Professor JeanMichel Picard, UCD, Dr. Diarmuid Scully, UCC, Professor Pádraig O’Riain and Professors Donnchadh O’Corráin and John Sheehan.

This conference will appeal to all Brendan Scholars especially those of Irish descent.