About Us
Described by the Lonely Planet as 'not just the best museum in Ireland, but one of the best in Europe' the Chester Beatty Library, Dublin is an art museum and library which houses the great collection of manuscripts, miniature paintings, prints, drawings, rare books and some decorative arts assembled by Sir Alfred Chester Beatty (1875-1968). The Library's rich collections from countries across Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe are on show to the public in world-class exhibitions, opening a window on the artistic treasures of the great cultures and religions of the world. Chester Beatty Library was named Irish Museum of the year in 2000 and was awarded the title European Museum of the Year in 2002.