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Behind the scenes
by Jenny Doyle, Oscail Programme Manager While the National Library holds wonderful collections of rare and antiquarian books, manuscripts, photographs, maps, prints and drawings (some of which...
An Introduction to Digital Collections
A Magnificent Pile! A brief architectural tour of the main library building
by Justin Furlong, Assistant Keeper, National Library of Ireland On August 29th, 1890, the present day National Library Ireland building was opened. Inspired by the suggestions of William Archer,...
Exploring Heaney Through Folklore
Meet the Staff: James Harte
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Music Posters
by Honora Faul, Department of Prints & Drawings Café Joly here at the Library is currently showcasing a selection of images from our NLI music collections. Some depict early sheet music dating...
Strewth
Niamh McGarry, Conservation Asst., Dublin Castle Clippings Conservation Project One of the most surprising items that I have come across during my time working on the conservation of the Dublin...
Thomas Moore Returns to the Centre Stage
The European Commission Representation in Ireland and the European Parliament Liaison Office in Ireland have commissioned a special concert celebrating the life and work of Irish poet and lyricist Thomas Moore.
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