dlr LexIcon
Haigh Terrace, Moran Park, Dún Laoghaire, County Dublin A96 H283
Tel:
(01) 204 7219
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LexIcon Library
dlr LexIcon is an award-winning, five-storey cultural landmark that opened its doors in 2015. As Ireland’s largest and most visited public library, it welcomes an average of 1,300 visitors each day.
Home to over 135,000 items across its adult, junior and local history collections, the LexIcon also offers more than 60 public computers, 140 dedicated study spaces and a floor devoted to Local Studies and Irish authors. The building also houses the dlr Municipal Gallery, curated by the dlr Arts Office making it a vibrant hub for learning, creativity and community engagement.
Study spaces are currently available on a first-come, first-served basis. However, during peak exam periods a booking system will be implemented. Please contact the branch for more information.
Floor area 6,327m2
Library Events and Facilities
Book clubs including History, Thriller, Irish Poetry and Sci-Fi book clubs
Film Clubs
English in the Library Group
Weekly Storytimes in English and Irish
Monthly Toddler Time
Lego and Gaming clubs
Active movement classes
Class visits / group tours are welcome when booked in advance
Dlr Municipal Gallery, Project Room, Maker Space Lab, Studio Theatre, outdoor terrace, pond and green space
ScanEZ – a multi-functional device for high-speed scanning, restoring old photos and documents, converting hand-written documents to Word format and translation services. Includes screen narration for visually impaired users
Tovertafel/Magic table, 60+ computers, laptops, hublets, Acorn tablets, e-reader pens, 3D printers, printers, photocopiers and free WiFi
4 meeting rooms
140 study spaces
Cubbie Sensory Hub
Sensory toy boxes
Ink Cafe
Car parking, electric vehicle charging, cycle parking, lift, wheelchair access, public toilets including changing places toilet.
We participate in Summer Stars reading programme, Right to Read, Family Time at your Library and Healthy Ireland initiatives.
Look out for the News and Events page on our website to keep up to date with our events programme or email us at lexiconlib@dlrcoco.ie
Library users are reminded that the grounds of the Royal Marine Hotel are private and must be respected at all times.
Opening Hours
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Monday |
9.30am - 8.00pm |
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Tuesday |
9.30am - 8.00pm |
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Wednesday |
9.30am - 8.00pm |
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Thursday |
9.30am - 8.00pm |
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Friday |
9.30am - 5.00pm |
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Saturday |
9.30am - 5.00pm |
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Sunday |
12 noon - 4.00pm Self-service only |
On bank holiday weekends, all our libraries are closed from Saturday to Monday inclusive, except for My Open Library Service.
Senior Librarians
Aisling Donnelly
Lucy O'Donnell
Virtual Tour of LexIcon Library
Plan your visit
dlr LexIcon - The story so far (1 of 2)
In early summer 2012, work began in earnest on the iconic dlr LexIcon, the Central Library and Cultural Centre in the heart of Dún Laoghaire. This film, in two parts, shows how the building gradually came together and how the public came and enjoyed their first experiences.
dlr LexIcon - The story so far (2 of 2)
Official Opening of dlr LexIcon, April 2015
Gallery
