Introduction
The RDS Library & Archives have been an important part of the RDS from its foundation in 1731. Our collections hold a wealth of material related to the social, cultural and economic history of Ireland. This is a living digital archive to which we will add new content as it becomes available through our extensive digitisation programme.
Guide to Searching
You can explore the material by browsing in the collections and exhibitions pages or by searching for a specific item. You can click on the cogwheel under the search box to use Advanced Search, and this will allow for searching within a certain collection or field. If you would like to view more material, the RDS Library & Archives are open to researchers by appointment. You can search the physical materials in the Online Catalogue linked in the menu. Please email librarydesk@rds.ie to arrange a research appointment.
The RDS Library & Archives have been an important part of the RDS from its foundation in 1731. Our collections hold a wealth of material related to the social, cultural and economic history of Ireland. This is a living digital archive to which we will add new content as it becomes available through our extensive digitisation programme.
Guide to Searching
You can explore the material by browsing in the collections and exhibitions pages or by searching for a specific item. You can click on the cogwheel under the search box to use Advanced Search, and this will allow for searching within a certain collection or field. If you would like to view more material, the RDS Library & Archives are open to researchers by appointment. You can search the physical materials in the Online Catalogue linked in the menu. Please email librarydesk@rds.ie to arrange a research appointment.