Operated by Dublin City Libraries, the newly expanded Inchicore Library is now open at Richmond Barracks. This vibrant and modern space offers a welcoming environment for readers of all ages.
Enjoy a dedicated adult seating area, study desks, and an enhanced Young Adult collection. Daily newspapers are available for browsing, along with a wide selection of adult fiction, non-fiction, and junior books. Discover local history in the Dublin Collection, featuring a range of titles focused on the city’s rich heritage.
Books can be reserved online and picked up at your convenience from Inchicore Library.
Self-service printing and photocopying facilities are also available for public use. Laptops are available for use in the library.
The library also offers a number of groups and clubs that are open for anyone to join. Some of them are listed further below.
If you have any questions, contact the library by emailing inchicorelibrary@dublincity.ie or calling 01 222 8444.
Monday - 10 am to 5 pm
Tuesday - 10 am to 5 pm
Wednesday - 10 am to 8 pm
Thursday - 10 am to 5 pm
Friday: 10 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm
(The library closes for lunch between 1 pm and 2 pm on Friday and Saturday)
Sunday - closed
The library will be closed on the following dates:
June bank holiday
Saturday 6 June to Monday 8 June (inclusive)
August bank holiday
Saturday 1 August to Monday 3 August (inclusive)
October bank holiday
Saturday 24 October to Monday 26 October (inclusive)
We offer a range of sensory resources, including a sensory mood egg, sensory circles, lock-and-latch boards, magnetic mazes, and beanbags.
We also have a Senso Cube which is an accessible, modular box designed to provide multi-sensory experiences. It is equipped with a variety of tools and objects that stimulate the senses, creating a calm and therapeutic environment, particularly beneficial for individuals with sensory processing needs.
Features include visual elements such as bubble tubes and fibre optic lighting to create soothing light displays, as well as auditory options like gentle music, nature sounds, and interactive sound panels.
Our sensory services are located off the main library floor, providing a quieter, more private environment. The room is a flexible space and can be set up to suit the needs of the individual or group.
All are welcome to use our Senso Cube and sensory space. We recommend booking to avoid disappointment.
To find out more, please email us at inchicorelibrary@dublincity.ie or call 01 222 8444.
Inchicore Library offers a number of groups and clubs that are open for anyone to join. Some of them are listed below.
Join us on Mondays for our Sensory Playtime which runs every Monday from 11 am to 12 pm. We can’t wait to show you Dublin City Libraries wonderful sensory offerings! There are lots of sensory friendly toys and our brand new Senso Cube! See more details below.
Please note these sessions are free play and all children will need to be supervised.
No booking is required.
A friendly space for short reads that open into discussion. We welcome people who read a little, a lot, or are just getting back into it.
Our next meeting will be held on Saturday 23 May at 11 am when we will read the book 'This Hostel Life'.
Come along every Wednesday from 10 am to 11.30 am for our Toddler Time. There will be stories, toys and plenty of fun.
No booking required, all ages welcome.
Need a quiet place for your child to focus on schoolwork? Join us at the library every Monday and Wednesday from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm for our new Homework Club. A separate, quiet space for parents and children to work together.
No booking required.
The Knitting Club meets on Thursdays from 3 pm to 4.30 pm. Both experienced knitters and beginners are welcome to join in.
It is a drop-in event, no booking is needed.
We are delighted to host the Kilmainham Inchicore Heritage Group every month for an interesting talk of local interest.
May's talk will take place on Saturday 9 May from 2.30 pm to 3.30 pm.
The title of the talk is 'The Story of Inchicore and Kilmainham in Seven Landmarks'.
You can contact KilmainhamInchicoreHeritage@gmail.com for more information.
Inchicore Library is delighted to be hosting ComMUniversity, run by Dublin South City Partnership.
Are you interested in university-style learning without exams or assignments? ComMUniversity offers the chance to explore subjects like local history, psychology, and the social analysis of everyday life, all rooted in your own community.
Taking place on Tuesdays, 24 February to 2 June from 10.00 am to 12.30 pm.
For more information and to book you space, email james@dscp.ie
Are your children curious about the architecture and history of Dublin’s buildings, streets and bridges? If so, they might enjoy the ‘Hidden Histories Hunt’, a self-guided treasure hunt for children in Dublin City.
Find the details and download the map here, then follow the trail and solve the clues to find the name of a long-lost treasure.
You can contact the library by emailing inchicorelibrary@dublincity.ie or calling 01 222 8444.
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Page last updated: 21 April 2026