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.
If you would like to view more material, the RDS Library & Archives are open to researchers by appointment. You can search the physical material in the Online Catalogue linked in the menu. Please email librarydesk@rds.ie to arrange a research appointment.

Click here for a guide to searching the Digital Archive