The manuscript consists of the four Christian gospels written in Latin and is famed for its rich illustrations and masterful ...

The Book of Kells is still on display and there will be a new exhibit about this important manuscript. U.S. News Insider Tip: This must-see attraction is worth the (typically) long wait.

What it tells us about the past: The Book of Kells is a large illuminated manuscript — a handwritten and heavily illustrated document ornamented with paints made from gold and silver.