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Museum of Literature Ireland

About

Set within the elegant Georgian architecture of Newman House on St Stephen’s Green, the Museum of Literature Ireland (MoLI) celebrates the nation’s rich literary heritage. A collaboration between University College Dublin and the National Library of Ireland, MoLI offers immersive exhibitions, rare manuscripts, and interactive installations that trace Ireland’s storytelling tradition from ancient folklore to contemporary voices. Highlights include James Joyce’s “Copy No. 1” of Ulysses, the evocative Riverrun of Language soundscape, and rotating exhibitions featuring iconic and emerging Irish writers. Visitors can explore themed galleries, relax in the Readers Garden, or enjoy the museum’s café and bookshop. MoLI also hosts workshops, performances, and educational programmes, making it a vibrant cultural space for all ages. As a tribute to Ireland’s literary legacy and its future, MoLI invites guests to experience the power of words in a setting that blends history, creativity, and quiet reflection.

Dublin Ireland

Location

The Museum of Literature Ireland (MoLI) is located at 86 St Stephen’s Green, housed within the historic University College Dublin’s Newman House in the heart of Dublin city. This modern literary museum celebrates Ireland’s rich storytelling tradition, featuring immersive multimedia exhibitions and prized artifacts, including James Joyce’s original notes and the first edition of Ulysses. MoLI offers visitors a blend of history, culture, and technology, with a tranquil courtyard and a café overlooking the lush adjoining gardens, perfect for relaxation between explorations. Situated on the south side of St Stephen’s Green, the museum is close to several prominent landmarks. It is just a short walk from Grafton Street, one of Dublin’s principal shopping districts, as well as Merrion Square, the National Gallery of Ireland, the National Museum, Trinity College, and Dáil Éireann. Its central location makes MoLI easily accessible by many bus routes and the LUAS tram, with the St Stephen’s Green stop only minutes away. This rich cultural setting offers visitors a comprehensive experience of Dublin’s literary and historic heritage combined with urban vibrancy.