Local & Family History
Local & Family History
Central 10 Memories
See photos from Halifax Central Library’s 10th-anniversary celebration and relive the moments that made the day unforgettable.
Celebrate 10 Years with Halifax Central Library Trivia!
How much do you know about Halifax Central Library? Take our trivia challenge and explore 10 years of milestones and fascinating facts!
From Spring Garden Memorial to Halifax Central Library
Staff memories of Halifax Central Library’s transformation from Spring Garden Memorial Library capture community and innovation.
Central 10 Memories
See photos from Halifax Central Library’s 10th-anniversary celebration and relive the moments that made the day unforgettable.
Celebrate 10 Years with Halifax Central Library Trivia!
How much do you know about Halifax Central Library? Take our trivia challenge and explore 10 years of milestones and fascinating facts!
From Spring Garden Memorial to Halifax Central Library
Staff memories of Halifax Central Library’s transformation from Spring Garden Memorial Library capture community and innovation.
Iron Roads: Histories of Nova Scotia Railways
Hop aboard and learn about Nova Scotia’s rich rail history with these fascinating books and resources.
Maritime Cozy
Stay cozy with this collection of comforting recipes and crafts from Atlantic Canada.
Yarmouth County
Explore the rich history and culture of Yarmouth County with these selections.
Halifax Explosion: December 6, 1917
Learn about the tragic events of December 6, 1917, and their impact on Halifax with these historical reads.
Iron Roads: Histories of Nova Scotia Railways
Hop aboard and learn about Nova Scotia’s rich rail history with these fascinating books and resources.
Maritime Cozy
Stay cozy with this collection of comforting recipes and crafts from Atlantic Canada.
Yarmouth County
Explore the rich history and culture of Yarmouth County with these selections.
Halifax Explosion: December 6, 1917
Learn about the tragic events of December 6, 1917, and their impact on Halifax with these historical reads.
Online Resources
Halifax Municipal Archives
The official repository for historical municipal government records from Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford and the former County of Halifax.
Books of Remembrance
These 3 commemorative books contain the names of local people whose lives were lost at war. View and remember in person or online.
CBC Corner
Browse trusted news, local stories, TV shows, award-winning podcasts, free English/French language app, news in foreign languages and more.
Ancestry Library Edition (In-Library Access Only)
When visiting any of our branches, you can access thousands of genealogical records from around the world.
Halifax Municipal Archives
The official repository for historical municipal government records from Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford and the former County of Halifax.
Books of Remembrance
These 3 commemorative books contain the names of local people whose lives were lost at war. View and remember in person or online.
CBC Corner
Browse trusted news, local stories, TV shows, award-winning podcasts, free English/French language app, news in foreign languages and more.
Ancestry Library Edition (In-Library Access Only)
When visiting any of our branches, you can access thousands of genealogical records from around the world.
Recent Arrivals
Recent Arrivals in the HRM Collection
Have a look at these recent publications about the people, places and culture of Halifax Regional Municipality.
Recent Arrivals in the Nova Scotia Collection
Explore these recent releases on the people, places, and cultures of Nova Scotia.
Recent Arrivals in the Atlantic Canada Collection
Explore these recent releases about the people, places and culture of New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland.
Recent Arrivals in the Gaelic Collection
Explore Nova Scotia's Gaelic language, music, history and storytelling in these recent releases.
Recent Arrivals in the HRM Collection
Have a look at these recent publications about the people, places and culture of Halifax Regional Municipality.
Recent Arrivals in the Nova Scotia Collection
Explore these recent releases on the people, places, and cultures of Nova Scotia.
Recent Arrivals in the Atlantic Canada Collection
Explore these recent releases about the people, places and culture of New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland.
Recent Arrivals in the Gaelic Collection
Explore Nova Scotia's Gaelic language, music, history and storytelling in these recent releases.