Once upon a time in a land far far way (1884 in Thomas Street and Capel Street to be precise) Dublin's first two municipal public libraries were opened. And now, 150 years later, you're using QR codes and phones to open our website.
To show just how far we've come, we’re inviting you to check out our ebooks, audiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers. All for free through BorrowBox.
Whether you're already a member, or new to our libraries, everyone is welcome to explore our fantastic eResources.
Dublin City Library and Archive is pleased to present the annual Sir John T. Gilbert Commemorative Lecture which will be held on 29th May 2024 with a talk by Professor Jane Ohlmeyer entitled, ‘The lived experiences of women in early modern Dublin’.
Summer Stars runs from Tues 4 June to Sat 31 August . Get Reading! Now that school is over you can still spark your imagination, join in activities and take part in our exciting Summer Stars challenge.
Summer Stars runs from Tues 4 June to Sat 31 August .
Dublin City Libraries are thrilled to announce Summer Stars Competition Time! How do you enter? It's so easy.
The section’s main aim is to go out into the community and let people know about all the amazing things available in their library, both in branch and online.
We'd love to know what your local library means to you and help plan for the future! You are invited to attend FREE drop-in public engagement workshops. All ages are welcome and no booking is necessary.
The novels nominated and shortlisted for the Award will be available for readers to borrow from Dublin City Libraries and from public libraries around Ireland, or can be borrowed as eBooks and some as eAudiobooks on the free Borrowbox app, available to all public library users.
Congratulations to Senior Librarians Noreen Herlihy and Adrienne Gilmartin, also their respective teams, for all the great work. The Awards recognise inspiring adult, community, and further education initiatives across Ireland.
New programme of events: Andy Warhol Three Times Out
Hosted in partnership with the Hugh Lane Gallery. We are delighted to bring you a programme of events to celebrate the Andy Warhol Three Times Out exhibition.