The library is wheelchair accessible. This collection is of such great quality depth and breadth that is difficult to absorb it all in a short tourist visit.If you're visiting Dublin Castle and are looking for other things nearby to see, then this is your place.Cyndy's Bottom Line: A spectacular collection of antiquities - books, Illuminated manuscripts, Islamic and Asian art collections and so much There are lots of great book and antique art collections in the world but the preservation techniques used by this museum is amazing. Oooo, so many pretty books and postcards. I loved them history of the world's most popular religions and the artwork that goes with it. All the beautiful manuscripts that Lord Beatty collected from his numerous travels around the world made me envious.
Originally on Shrewsbury Road, it moved in 2000 to its present location in Dublin Castle's Clock Tower Building.A great museum with wonderful random artifacts, lots of wonderful manuscripts and books from Sir Alfred Chester Beatty's collection and not a far walk from Dublin castle. By the 1920's his book collection had grown so much that he employed his own librarian to look after his books. There's a large collection of religious texts as well as a bunch of Japanese art. It offers permanent exhibits that will take you away with 'mood lighting' that actually adds to the experience. He was quite the bibliophile and caught the collecting bug quite early in life so he used his personal fortune to acquire many books. Wheelchair access is via Dublin Castle’s Ship Street Gate. Because of requirements of Mr. Beatty's gift the entrance to the collection is free although a donation is suggested.
All these treasuries have been collected by Sir Chester Beatty, hence the name of the Library. The Chester Beatty Library is a must for culture vultures. Chester Beatty's public collection is so incredible to see. The Chester Beatty Library contains Oriental and Western books and manuscripts bequeathed by the private collector Sir Alfred Chester Beatty (1875-1968). The reception was so informative and nice. An on-site shop sells books, gifts, and souvenirs. The Chester Beatty papyri, published in the 1930s and 1950s, are some of the oldest and most important biblical manuscripts known to exist. It's right behind the main Dublin Castle buildings and next to the Dubh Linn Garden so convenient to pop in if you are in the area exploring these. Art museum and library, with world -renowned collections from countries across Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. There is also a small rooftop garden that offers a great view of the black pool of Dublin Castle.Fabulous collection of ancient manuscripts. Glad we accidentally stumbled across this gem.If you're into art and books at all, you will love Chester Beatty Library. While in Dublin for a cold, wet and windy winter week the wise decision was to find indoor activities rather than challenge the weather. Eastern art, After visiting the Chester Beatty Library, I couldn't help but feel like my collection of books and art was pitiful. Upon his death he bequeathed his collection to a trust for the benefit for the public. FREE admission. See pictures and our review of Chester Beatty Library. The selection reflects the eastern interests of the museum itself so expect to find beautiful books on obscure and not-so-obscure topics.