Winter visit 2026 : The Vatican Library
3 March @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
On Tuesday 3 March 2026, at 15.30 GMT, the Bibliographical Society will travel virtually to the Vatican Apostolic Library.
Founded in 1450 by Pope Nicholas V to promote Humanistic studies, the Vatican Library is one of the world’s most famous libraries. Often viewed principally as a repository of manuscripts, it preserves much more, including printed books, graphic prints, and coins and medals.
The virtual visit will take place on Zoom and will begin with pre-recorded introductions to the library’s history, its departments and its collections. A live discussion and Q&A will follow.
This visit is made possible by the generous consent of his excellency Abp. Giovanni Cesare Pagazzi, Librarian and Archivist of the Holy Roman Church, and the Rev. Mauro Mantovani, SDB, the Library’s Prefect. Our host is Dr Stephen Metzger of the Manuscripts Department.
For this very special occasion, I encourage you to join us online by registering at this link: Bibliographical Society Virtual Winter Visit | 3 March 2026 | Institute of English Studies.