Local & Family History
Local & Family History
Life in the Victorian Age: Trends Due For A Comeback
Victorian trends were bold, bizarre, and oddly brilliant. Discover quirky fashions, messages, and pastimes that might deserve a second life.
May is Cemetery Month
Multiple Dates | May 2026
Join us each week to hear from guest speakers who will educate us on cemeteries and their history, beauty and significance to our community.
Women in the Military
May 11th | 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Canadian women have played a key role in our country's military efforts over the years, overcoming many barriers to serve. Learn more.
Life in the Victorian Age: Trends Due For A Comeback
Victorian trends were bold, bizarre, and oddly brilliant. Discover quirky fashions, messages, and pastimes that might deserve a second life.
May is Cemetery Month
Multiple Dates | May 2026
Join us each week to hear from guest speakers who will educate us on cemeteries and their history, beauty and significance to our community.
Women in the Military
May 11th | 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Canadian women have played a key role in our country's military efforts over the years, overcoming many barriers to serve. Learn more.
Mìos nan Gà idheal / Gaelic Nova Scotia Month
May is Mìos nan Gà idheal / Gaelic Nova Scotia Month. Celebrate the Gaelic language, music, stories, and culture that enrich this province.
History You Can't Put Down
Have a look at the most in-demand history titles at Halifax Public Libraries in 2026 (so far).
National Poetry Month: Atlantic Poets
April is National Poetry Month. Explore the poetry of Atlantic Canada with these collections by East Coast writers.
International Women's Day: Atlantic Canadian Experiences
Explore the history of feminism in the Atlantic Provinces: from the women's suffrage movement to individuals whose courage broke barriers.
Mìos nan Gà idheal / Gaelic Nova Scotia Month
May is Mìos nan Gà idheal / Gaelic Nova Scotia Month. Celebrate the Gaelic language, music, stories, and culture that enrich this province.
History You Can't Put Down
Have a look at the most in-demand history titles at Halifax Public Libraries in 2026 (so far).
National Poetry Month: Atlantic Poets
April is National Poetry Month. Explore the poetry of Atlantic Canada with these collections by East Coast writers.
International Women's Day: Atlantic Canadian Experiences
Explore the history of feminism in the Atlantic Provinces: from the women's suffrage movement to individuals whose courage broke barriers.
Online Resources
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.
Halifax Municipal Archives
The official repository for historical municipal government records from Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford and the former County of Halifax.
Ancestry Library Edition (In-Library Access Only)
When visiting any of our branches, you can access thousands of genealogical records from around the world.
CBC Corner
Browse trusted news, local stories, TV shows, award-winning podcasts, free English/French language app, news in foreign languages and more.
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.
Halifax Municipal Archives
The official repository for historical municipal government records from Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford and the former County of Halifax.
Ancestry Library Edition (In-Library Access Only)
When visiting any of our branches, you can access thousands of genealogical records from around the world.
CBC Corner
Browse trusted news, local stories, TV shows, award-winning podcasts, free English/French language app, news in foreign languages and more.
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 HRM Collection
Have a look at these recent publications about the people, places and culture of Halifax Regional Municipality.