View all attractions near trinity college dublin on tripadvisor. Unique gifts inspired by the book of kells, irelands greatest cultural treasure. This official guide by the former keeper of manuscripts at the library of trinity college, dublin, where the book of. See more ideas about book of kells, celtic art and illuminated manuscript. The book of kells and trinity college had been on my must see list for years. Buckley and his estate creators fine art facsimile publishers of. Circa 800 ad, a group of monks took time out of their busy lives to write and illustrate this impressive manuscript of the four gospels of the new testament. The old library and the book of kells is a lovely library thats often crowded. The library is home to one of the rare full color facsimiles created in order to increase education, study and access to the book of kells located at trinity college in dublin. It is indeed an interesting place to explore and spend some time at.
The book of kells, dating from about 800 ce, is a beautifully decorated manuscript of the four gospels. She spent hours poring over the details of the book of kells and other trinity manuscripts which gave her insights that far surpassed those of the academics writing about the art at the time. You will also be able to visit the long room the main chamber of the old library, see the oldest harp in ireland and also one of the copies of the 1916 proclamation of the irish republic. Tickets are instant, flexible, guaranteed best value and valid for up to 365 days. Whether a rousing account of the history of women in the college, or a lushly illustrated coffee table edition, trinity s book collection will both exhilarate and delight. The manuscript takes its name from the abbey of kells in county meath that was its home for centuries. You will explore the 9th book of kells rich ornamentation, multilayered symbolism and meaning.
What we enjoyed the most was the quick tour and history of the campus provided by a history student. Book of kells and old library in dublin attraction. You can take the dart to either pearse street, tara street or connolly stations, which are all a short walk away. Stay at trinity college dublin in the heart of dublin and explore all that tcd has to offer including the book of kells exhibition, trinity gift shop and more. Book of kells the library of trinity college dublin. It was created in a columban monastery in either britain or ireland and may have had. Bicycles at trinity college, dublin how to see the book of kells for half price or free. Named for its original home in the abbey of kells, the manuscript is now displayed in dublins beautiful 16th century trinity college library. Collection guide summary abstract limited edition fine art facsimile of the book of kells circa 800 ad, one of the worlds most famous illuminated manuscripts.
Your tour of the book of kells, trinity colleges library, and dublin castle meets in the front of trinity college in central dublin. For me, it held one of the crown jewels of literature, the book of kells. The book of kells is located in the old library building, on the south side of library square, inside trinity colleges main campus. Talks last 1520 minutes and are free for ticket holders to the book of kells exhibition as well as trinity college students and staff. Kells abbey was plundered and pillaged by vikings many times in the. Dec 05, 2015 a visit to trinity college and the trinity college library to see the ancient book of kells truly made my dublin travel experience more complete. A large, lavish gospel, such as the book of kells, would have been left on the high altar of the church and taken off only for the reading of the gospel during mass. When visiting trinity college its pretty much required to make a pilgrimage to the book of kells exhibit. Before you begin interacting with us we would be grateful if you could take the time to read our house rules below.
A trip to trinity college to see the extraordinary book of kells has so much more to offer than the chance to see the book itself. With over 2000 of the oldest books housed in this gorgeous library, plus the book of kells, the 9th century gospel manuscript, what else could you ask for. Housed in the colleges old library the book is to be removed due to required necessary works on its display area, as part of a wider. Margaret stokes was a highly knowledgeable antiquarian from howth in co. The long room and the book of kells, in dublins trinity college historical library, are two of dublins most popular attractions. Frequently asked questions about the book of kells faqs.
The book of kells, a precious 9th century manuscript, is an exquisite combination of ornate latin text and intricate illuminations. Trinity college dublin, the university of dublin college green dublin 2, ireland t. Lasting 35 minutes, the tour encompasses the four major squares of the college. Visit trinitys 18th century old library to view the lavishly decorated 9th century book of kells, in the heart of dublin city. Mar 16, 2020 today, the book of kells is preserved in trinity college, dublin where it is on show in special security display cases. Was on a tour of ireland and we decided to see the book of kells, a very significant vintage biblical collection of books which was on exhibit at one of the halls at trinity college. As a result, the general public and art lovers have limited access to the book of kells. Oct 28, 2016 the book of kells exhibit is located on the campus of trinity college in the heart of dublin. Buy tickets to trinity college old library and book of kells exhibition. Discover one of the most important highlights of irish heritage on this early access fully guided tour. Visitors can combine a tour here with a visit to nearby dublin castle. Up until the mid19th century, the book of kells remained relatively inaccessible. Whether a rousing account of the history of women in the college, or a lushly illustrated coffee table edition, trinitys book collection will both exhilarate and delight. Developed by trinity college, the app now allows the user to view its images in high resolution in all their richness.
According to tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience trinity college dublin. Authenticity tours offers a combined ticket which incorporates discounts on the cost of a guided tour of trinity college dublin and the admission fee to the book of kells and old library exhibition. The book of kells, dublin tourist information dublin. Trinity college tour the book of kells ireland with locals. The library is like a piece of heaven on earth for book lovers of course and also for others as it is exceptionally calm and informative. It is the oldest university in ireland, founded in 1592 by queen elizabeth i, and is famous for its graduates such as swift, goldsmith, wilde and beckett. The book of kells contact us by email, phone or fax. I arrived at the library exhibit entrance and purchased my ticket to view the book just before it started to rain. Enjoy ease of access with online fasttrack ticket entry to the book of kells.
The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin. He was charming and knowledgeable and took his time to illuminate the history of trinity college. A ticket to the book of kells includes access to the trinity college librarys long room, where youll find an original copy of the 1916 proclamation of the irish republic and a medieval harp. The book of kells is not the highlight here but should be seen. Trinity college dublin 2020 all you need to know before you. Gifts featuring the book of kells, irelands greatest treasure. The book of kells, the book of kells exhibition, trinity. The long room is beautiful and smells of old books. In this historianled book of kells tour with skiptheline tickets, we will visit the book, explore trinity college s famed old library, and examine celtic artifacts at the national museum of ireland, revealing how the light of learning shined brightly in ireland during the dark ages. Trinity to shelve book of kells for four months the irish times. Frankly i feel its not worth just seeing the book of kells without more trinity college context. See more ideas about book of kells, celtic art and medieval art. The book of kells in popular culture the book of kells.
Digital collections dris trinity college library dublin. Visit the trinity college library, home to the famous book of kells widely. A captivating guide to irelands greatest cultural treasurethe book of kells manuscript at trinity college, dublin. Book of kells early access and dublin castle guided tour. Its regarded as one of the greatest cultural treasures of ireland and described by some as the most famous manuscript in the world. The trinity college walking tour, which can include book of kells entry if you buy that version of the ticket, makes it far more interesting and memorable. First your guide takes you through the colleges library, exploring the area known as the long room thats lined with books and statue busts. The book of kells exhibition, trinity college dublin, college green 3,397. Trinity college and the book of kells are truly mustsee attractions for any visitor thats interested in immersing themselves in the rich culture of the celtic homeland.
Visit trinity college dublin and the book of kells exhibition. The transformation of the book of kells, from just an ancient illustrated bible to both muse and national icon goes back to the mid nineteenth century. Get in touch if you would like to discuss any of the tours shown on this site, or if youre looking to customise your own tour and just want to pick our brains we. In this historianled book of kells tour with skiptheline tickets, we will visit the book, explore trinity colleges famed old library, and examine celtic artifacts at the national museum of ireland, revealing how the light of learning shined brightly in ireland during the dark ages. Apr 19, 2019 trinity college in dublin, to be exact, holds many a wondrous treasure for the insatiable scholar and fewer curiosities for the vaguely obligated tourist. Seeing the book of kells in dublin changes in longitude. Take your group on the guided walking tour of trinity college campus with authenticity tours. Today, it is housed at trinity college library, dublin which usually has on. Into the 21 st century the book of kells can now be viewed on an ipad app. Highly sensitive to destructive environmental influences, it is tightly protected and touching it is not permitted. The book of kells exhibition is located in the 18th century old library building in the heart of trinity college dublin. A visit to the book of kells is included and your students will gain valuable insight in the history of the college and the significance of the book of kells a tour not to be missed.
Enter the campus at nassau street near sraid dasain street. The grand chained library holds many rare works on irish history and presents frequently changing displays of classic works. Please note the exhibition is temporarily closed as a precautionary measure to minimise the spread of. Talks on preservation activities in the old library take place monday to friday in the long room at 3pm. The best way to get to the book of kells exhibition is to take public transportation.
Book of kells, dublin ticket price timings address. Book of kells irish cultural center and mcclelland library. An illustrated introduction to the manuscript in trinity college dublin. The book of kells sits in a darkened room encased in protective glass in the old library here at trinity college. The original manuscript can be seen in dublin, ireland at the trinity college library. Book of kells tour monastic treasures with a historian. How to see dublins book of kells for free or half price. Patricks day special tshirts, my brotherinlaws tie and a special gift of the book of kells history and highlights to my doctor in germany. You must purchase a ticket to visit the old library. The old library of trinity college dublin, aka the long room, is a site to behold. Today, it is on permanent display at the trinity college library, dublin. The book of kells is being removed to accommodate for conservation works at the dublin institution. Get in touch if you would like to discuss any of the tours shown on this site, or if youre looking to. As an irish citizen abroad, i have long enjoyed the trinity gift shop gifts and newslettersyour items have been my book of kells christmas cards, my sisters favourite necklace and jewellery, my two sons st.
The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin 2020 all. Book of kells removed from public display through march. The book of kells trinity college dublin ms 58 contains the four gospels in latin based on the vulgate text which st jerome completed in 384ad, intermixed with readings from the earlier old latin translation. The book of kells exhibition, trinity college dublin, college green 4,468. Book of kells kid connection irish cultural center and. The docent tour was less than an hour and informative. The book of kells is an illuminated manuscript gospel book in latin, containing the four. The exhibition that houses the ancient texts also provides for a visit of the old library which is well worth seeing.
Tripadvisor fasttrack easy access book of kells tour. It is known for its worldrenowned artistry, as well as its many hidden secrets and mysteries dating back to the 800. The two ways to avoid paying the 10 fee to see the books of kells are as follows to see the book of kells and the old library for half price, visit 30 minutes before the library closes. The book of kells at trinity college in dublin will be removed from public display from november. Apr 09, 2017 a walk around trinity college in dublin, inside the narrow room library and outside the building that houses the book of kells subscribe like, comment and subscribe for more. Together with our expert 5 star guides, youll explore the book of kells rich ornamentation, multilayered symbolism and meaning, and its worldrenowned artistry, as well as its many hidden secrets. Tucked away in the magical old library of trinity college dublin sits one of irelands most prized possessions just waiting to be discovered. Explore the official book of kells gift range with trinity college dublin. The rich history of trinity college dublin makes for compelling reading. A visit to the book of kells at the old library in trinity college dublin is a journey through some of irelands most iconic cultural heritage. Visiting trinity college, dublin ocallaghan collection. Visit the book of kells, irelands greatest cultural treasure.
They sought out evidence of its sport, its literature, its language, and its art. Book of kells and old library in dublin attraction frommers. The book of kells exhibition what is the book of kells. The book of kells here, is a manuscript of the gospel. Trinity college old library and book of kells exhibition heritage. An irish manuscript containing the four gospels, a fragment of hebrew names, and the eusebian canons, known also as the book of columba, probably because it was written in the monastery of iona to honour the saint.
Book of kells early access and dublin castle guided tour 2020. Trinity college dublin 2020 all you need to know before. The book of kells is one of dublins main tourist attractions, but is it worth the. The precious artefact is a 9th century manuscript that documents the four gospels of the life of jesus christ. Ireland and the book of kells history course futurelearn. The book of kells in popular culture for almost two hundred years now, the book of kells, the most irish thing we have, has provided inspiration to all manner of artists. Stored in the vaults of the library at trinity college, it was available for study for fellows of the college, their acquaintances, and students. Trinity college dublin welcomes the communitys contributions to our book of kells facebook page. Book of kells, trinity college library the long room, shops, pubs a stop at bruce.
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