This was only the fourth time the book of kells had been sent abroad for exhibition. The book of kells seldom comes to view in the historical record. 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. The book of kells is an illuminated manuscript gospel book in latin, containing the four. The museum has recently undergone major refurbishment and now represents a unique and popular resource for staff, students and visitors. The book of kells is a permanent exhibit located within the mcclelland library. To limit the spread of the coronavirus, attractions may be closed or have partial closures. The zoological museum has a long and proud tradition. Book of kells irish cultural center and mcclelland library. Buy tickets to trinity college old library and book of kells exhibition. Please note the exhibition is temporarily closed as a precautionary measure to. The facsimile on exhibition in the mcclelland library was produced by a swiss. Trinity to shelve book of kells for four months the irish times.
Please consult government travel advisories before. Check out the best tours and activities to experience the book of kells. 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. The book of kells and trinity college had been on my must see list for years. The volume suffered what has been called minor pigment damage. The annals of ulster, describing it as the chief treasure of the western world, record that it was stolen in 1006 for its ornamental cumdach shrine. The old library book of kells exhibition dublin visitor centre. This manuscript is the finest example of insular art in existence.
Dont miss out on great deals for things to do on your trip to dublin. The book of kells in trinity is considered one of irelands greatest national treasures. The 9th century book is a richly decorated copy of the four gospels of the life of jesus christ. We wish to inform you that the book of kells and old library exhibition will temporarily close to visitors until further notice. The 12thcentury writer gerald of wales, in his topographia hibernica, described seeing a great gospel book in kildare which many have since assumed was the book of kells. Visit trinity college dublin and the book of kells exhibition. Reserve your spot today and pay when youre ready for thousands of tours on viator. This book contains the harmony of the four evangelists according to jerome, where for almost every page there are different designs, distinguished by varied colours. The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin. From humble beginnings around 250 years ago, the collection provides a vital undergraduate teaching resource for trinitys department of zoology. The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin 2020 all.
Tickets are instant, flexible, guaranteed best value and valid for up to 365 days. This is a precautionary measure to minimise the spread of covid19. Book of kells the library of trinity college dublin. The book of kells said to be irelands most precious medieval artifactis an illuminated manuscript of the christian bible containing the gospel books. The work is the most famous of the medieval illuminated manuscripts for the intricacy, detail, and majesty of the illustrations. This decision has been made to protect the health and safety of our visitors and the university community.
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