"We are what we read"

- Alberto Manguel

Entrance to the Library
Art Room
Choosing a book
Reading room
Reading
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The Central Catholic Library is located in Dublin, Ireland. The Library was founded as a subscription library by the Irish Jesuit Fr. Stephen Brown, and first opened to the public on 25th June 1922.  The library is located at 74 Merrion Square, and we welcome enquiries about our collections and current services.

26 February 2025

The ‘Displease & Please’ Message of Venerable Matt of Dublin (1856-1925)

The ‘Displease & Please’ Message of Venerable Matt of Dublin (1856-1925) 2025 marks the centenary of the death of Venerable Matt Talbot. In his presentation, Joseph (Joe) Foyle will offer an outline of the Message, and then discuss it with the others present.   Catholic Central Library) 74 Merrion Square, Dublin @ 1pm, Wednesday, February ... Read more

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