Unlike many other archaeological discoveries of the twentieth century, which either gathered dust in storerooms or, even when put on exhibit, remained just another find, the Dead Sea Scrolls immediately after their discovery attracted worldwide public interest. Presumably the reason for their appeal is their connection to the Hebrew Bible and to the beginnings of Christianity. It is therefore not surprising that scholarly attempts to decipher and analyze the scrolls is matched by public demands to view these exciting, "mysterious" writings.

The first display of the Dead Sea Scrolls took place in 1949 at the Library of Congress in Washington. Since then, the documents have found their way to dozens of museums, galleries and libraries throughout the world. At the Shrine of the Book website, we publish information on current or upcoming exhibitions, where authentic Dead Sea Scrolls can be seen.

For the list on the exhibitons by Antiquities Authority please visit Israeli Antiquities Authority website.