• Find us

    Marsh’s Library is located just behind St Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin.

    Marsh’s Library is located just behind St Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin.


  • Donations

    Marsh’s Library is a registered charity and is grateful for donations to help fund particular projects.

    Marsh’s Library is a registered charity and is grateful for donations to help fund particular projects.


  • History

    Marsh’s Library, built in 1701 by Archbishop Narcissus Marsh (1638-1713), was the first public library in Ireland.

    Marsh’s Library, built in 1701 by Archbishop Narcissus Marsh (1638-1713), was the first public library in Ireland.


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