LeprechaunThe leprechaun comes from the Celtic belief in fairies and tiny men. In Celtic folktales, they are known for their trickery to protect their treasure. In 1959, Walt Disney released a film that created an American cheerful and friendly image of the leprechaun which is now associated with St. Partick’s Day. (Credit: AP)
Shamrocks and Four-Leaf CloversSt. Patrick choose a shamrock or a three leaved clover to symbolize the church’s Holy Trinity – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. A four-leaf clover is not a shamrock, but because it is rare to find it symbolizes good luck. (Credit: Paul McErlane/Getty Images)
Wearing Green Over the years, it has become a custom to wear green on March 17. However, this is mostly a U.S. custom because green is considered unlucky in Ireland. The color green is connected with the old green flag – a time when Ireland was not free. (Credit: Mark Ralston/AFP/Getty Images)
Chicago River Dyed GreenSince 1962, Chicago has dyed its river green. It started out as a way for sewer workers to check for sewer discharges. It has now become a custom to dye the river green on St. Patrick’s Day. Other cities and states have picked up on the tradition. (Credit: Frank Polich/Getty Images)
St. PatrickThis is a painting of St. Patrick. He worked hard at spreading the word of God and built several churches throughout Ireland. His goal was to have a complete triumph over Paganism. On March 17, 493, he died, and it has now become his feast day. (Credit: Getty Images)
Celtic MusicMusic is highly associated with St. Patrick’s Day and the Irish culture. The Celts had an oral culture that passed down traditions through stories and songs. Irish style music is made with the fiddle, uilleann pipes, tin whistles, and a bodran. (Credit: Stan Honda/AFP/Getty Images)
St. Patrick's DayEveryone is Irish on St. Patrick's Day, even our decked out mini-schnauzers, Schnickelfritz and Schatz. Owned by their Irish parents, Stephany and Patrick Barrett of Easton, Md.
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Green DogsEveryone is Irish on St. Patrick's Day, even our decked out mini-schnauzers, Schnickelfritz and Schatz. Owned by their Irish parents, Stephany and Patrick Barrett of Easton, Md.
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