National Irish Visual Arts Library (NIVAL)

The National Irish Visual Arts Library (NIVAL) was formally established in 1997 as a partnership project between the National College of Art & Design in Dublin and the Arts Council of Ireland. With these key funding sources, we collect these stories of the development of art across the whole island of Ireland from 1900 to the present. The National Irish Visual Arts Library (NIVAL) is located on the ground floor of the Clock Building on NCAD campus.

Entrance

NIVAL is fully accessible. Please see our Access Statement for a complete breakdown of directions and facilities.

There are no car parking facilities available on campus.

Dublin Bus stops right outside using the 13, 123, G1, G2 and S2 routes. NCAD campus is about a 13-minute walk from the Central Bank area on Dame Street which is serviced by a large number of buses from all around Dublin.

The closest Luas station is Smithfield which is a 10-15 minute walk from the NCAD campus.

There are sheltered bike racks available on campus for those travelling by bike. NCAD does not accept responsibility for loss or damage to any personal belongings left unattended on campus.

Events are held in the NIVAL Reading Room, which is at the end of the corridor on the left. Staff offices surround the Reading Room and a staff member will greet you on arrival. The Reading Room has seated capacity for up to 10 people. Detailed information about bathrooms and other facilities can be found in our Access Statement.

For any questions regarding accessibility, please email nivalinfo@ncad.ie.