DUBLIN | UNESCO City of Literature
As of right now – as I type – the Lord Mayor of Dublin is announcing that Dublin has been named a UNESCO City of Literature – one of only 4 in the world (Edinburgh, Iowa and Melbourne).
The City of Literature is an international network of UNESCO Creative Cities. A permanent, non competitive title in recognition of Dublin as a world centre for literature and literary activity.
I am absolutely delighted about this achievement – which confirms what Dubliners have known for years – this is a city that has always produced – and continues to produce – great writers.
- Lord Mayor of Dublin, Gerry Breen
The City of Literature was secured by a steering and management group led by Dublin City Council’s library service (namely Jane Alger) in consultation/collaboration with literature organisations, writers and libraries throughout Dublin.
Curious to find out more? Visit dublincityofliterature.ie now and read up!
