Exhibition
Thai Buddhist Tales
The Chester Beatty preserves an internationally important yet little known collection of Buddhist manuscripts from Thailand.
Exhibition
The Mystery of Mani
In 1929, seven papyrus books from the lost Manichaean religion were discovered in Egypt. Dated to c. 400 AD, these unique texts proved critical in deepening understanding of this once thriving, yet effectively suppressed faith.
Gallery
Sacred Traditions
Discover sacred texts, illuminated manuscripts and miniature paintings from the world's great religions and systems of belief.
Gallery
Arts of the Book
Exploring the richness of East Asian, Islamic and Western manuscript and printing traditions.
Welcome to the Chester Beatty, a breathtaking world class collection.