The library has a rich collection of manuscripts, prints, Orthodox saints, miniatures, early printed books and works of art from Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. These collections are from one person's collection. Egyptian papyrus articles, brilliant pictures of the Koran, the Bible, European manuscripts of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, etc., are among the most wonderful collections. Turkish and Persian micro-sculptures, eye-catching Buddhist paintings, and Chinese dragon robes and Japanese wood prints are also on display. Its extensive collection reflects the rich creation of human beings since 2700 BC. These collections were presented to the public by Sir Ivord Chester Beattie, an American miner. Sir Beatty is a great collector. He retired in 1950 and went to Ireland. He lived in Dublin for a long time and died in 1968. The library became a public charity trust in 1969. The library moved to Dublin Castle on 11 September 1999. Its main exhibition hall is located in a modern building near the middle of the castle. The Bell Tower is an eighteenth century building, which was renovated and redesigned in the late nineties to be used by Chester & Bi for the library. The library has the following facilities: exhibition hall, reading room, educational and outreach programs, as well as various services for experts, scholars and researchers.