A fine facsimile copy of the Book of Kells was recently donated to Blackfriars Gallery. Dr. Barush will offer a brief introduction to this text and the importance of facsimile reproductions of primary texts for academic research. A ninth century illuminated manuscript, Book of Kells contains the four Gospels together with various prefatory texts and tables. After the presentation, visitors will be provided an opportunity to browse the collection in Blackfriars Library dedicated to religion and the arts.
