Go beyond the exhibitions with an unforgettable encounter with Irish literature at MoLI, the home of Irish writing. Created for smaller groups, the White Glove Tour opens doors to parts of the museum not usually accessible to visitors. Led by a MoLI expert, it offers the rare opportunity to see and, under careful guidance, handle literary treasures that are too delicate to remain on public display.
Explore first and rare editions, original manuscripts, personal letters, notebooks, early drafts and writers’ handwritten notes. Drawing on the remarkable Irish literary collections of University College Dublin and the National Library of Ireland, each object offers an intimate connection with the words, and worlds of Ireland’s great writers. There is no better way to understand a place than to see it through the eyes of its writers. MoLI’s White Glove Tour brings Irish writing vividly alive.
Discover James Joyce’s personal connection to this historic building, hear the stories held within its walls and step inside rooms beyond the main museum. With advance notice, the experience can be refined to reflect your particular literary interests. This is an unforgettable opportunity to experience Irish literature up close and deeply: not simply displayed behind glass.
Places on the tours are limited to protect the old building and the literary materials themselves, so don’t miss out on this premium experience to feel Irish writing coming alive in your own hands and book ahead to secure your space.
