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Director's Tour of the National Library of Ireland

Dublin City, Co. Dublin
12 November 2026
Free to visit
Dr Audrey Whitty, Director of the National Library of Ireland, leads a special guided tour of the Library’s historic Victorian building on Kildare Street.

Visitors will discover the history of this remarkable building, explore the iconic Reading Room, and learn about the Library’s connections with some of Ireland’s greatest writers and thinkers. The tour also includes visits to the Richard Hayes Room and the Art Room, offering a unique opportunity to experience spaces not usually explored in depth.

The tour will last from 5:30 - 6:30pm | Entry free but booking required. Meet in the Front Hall of National Library of Ireland, 7/8 Kildare Street, Dublin 2.

We welcome attendees of all ages!

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Event details
Dates
12 November 2026
Time
Start 17:30End 18:30
Price
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National Library of Ireland, 7-8, 7-8 Kildare St, Dublin 2, D02 P638, Ireland
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The National Library of Ireland, situated in Dublin City, is home to more than 12 million items. It hosts an award winning exhibition about W.B. Yeats as well as children’s exhibitions. Free guided tours are offered. The Library hosts a wide variety of events including public lectures, poetry and music recitals, theatre, children's storytelling, creative workshops and much more.

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