National Library of Ireland

The National Library of Ireland (NLI) is the library of record for Ireland.

Established in 1877, the NLI shares the story of Ireland with the world through our unique collections. We care for more than ten million items, including books, manuscripts, newspapers, photographs, prints, maps, drawings, ephemera, music and digital media.

The Library’s sites in Dublin, including the National Photographic Archive in Temple Bar, are open, free of charge, to all those who wish to consult and explore the collections – through reading rooms which are visitor attractions in their own right, rich and varied exhibitions, and an active public programme.

The Library hosts a wide variety of events including tours, workshops and public lectures.