Linen Hall Library
 
Linen Hall Library  

Linen Hall Library

The Linen Hall Library is a truly unique institution. Founded in 1788, it is the oldest library in Belfast and the last subscribing library in Ireland. It is renowned for its unparalleled Irish and Local Studies Collection, ranging from comprehensive holdings of Early Belfast and Ulster printed books to the 250,000 items in the NI Political Collection, the definitive archive of the recent troubles.

SUGGESTION BEYOND THE FRAME

Photographic Exhibition, 21 July - 08 August

By Leanne McKiverigan, Don Mawhinney and Linzi Rooney - "Photography that intrigues more by revealing less". Click HERE to find out more.

 
Windows on the World What's On
Windows on the World
Reading Group: Soldiers of Salamis, by Javier Cercas
Reading Group: The Gathering, By Anne Enright
Reading Group: In Cold Blood, by Truman Capote
How to Become a Fossil
 
Linen Hall Services
Become a member today!
Borrow eight books at a time
Access to leading and unique collections
Discount on all products from coffee to fine prints
Daily newspapers and magazines
Reduced price tickets to events
Free internet access
 
Linen Hall Latest News Latest News
HOLIDAY CLOSURES 2008
McLaverty Short Story Award 2008 - Entry Guidelines
Launch of Michael McLaverty Short Story Award 2008
The Plantation of Ulster
Linen Hall Library Celebrates Its 220th Birthday!
Free E-Bulletins

 
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