Local & Family History
Local & Family History
Back in the Day: Vintage Halifax Postcards
Step back into history with Halifax Public Libraries’ collection of vintage postcards featuring HRM locations, landmarks, and memories.
Uncovering Canada's First Muslim Cemetery
Aug 4th | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Learn about the history of one of the first Islamic institutions in Canada, located in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia.
The Curtains Rise at Neptune Theatre - A Brief History
From opening night to standing ovations, explore the people, passion, and history that shaped Neptune Theatre.
Back in the Day: Vintage Halifax Postcards
Step back into history with Halifax Public Libraries’ collection of vintage postcards featuring HRM locations, landmarks, and memories.
Uncovering Canada's First Muslim Cemetery
Aug 4th | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Learn about the history of one of the first Islamic institutions in Canada, located in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia.
The Curtains Rise at Neptune Theatre - A Brief History
From opening night to standing ovations, explore the people, passion, and history that shaped Neptune Theatre.
Emancipation Day
Learn about Emancipation Day, marking the end of slavery for African descendants in Canada and beyond, with resources, fiction, and poetry.
Acadian Heritage Month 2026: Youth
Nova Scotia is celebrating its 3rd Acadian Heritage Month, highlighting the contributions of the Acadian community across the province.
Canadian History: Beyond the Textbook
These are the topics you wished they had covered in history class. Learn about forgotten or overlooked histories of inspiring Canadians.
Staycation: A Nova Scotia Summer
Adventure awaits. From beaches to waterfalls, hiking trails to scenic drives, discover Nova Scotia's many attractions.
Emancipation Day
Learn about Emancipation Day, marking the end of slavery for African descendants in Canada and beyond, with resources, fiction, and poetry.
Acadian Heritage Month 2026: Youth
Nova Scotia is celebrating its 3rd Acadian Heritage Month, highlighting the contributions of the Acadian community across the province.
Canadian History: Beyond the Textbook
These are the topics you wished they had covered in history class. Learn about forgotten or overlooked histories of inspiring Canadians.
Staycation: A Nova Scotia Summer
Adventure awaits. From beaches to waterfalls, hiking trails to scenic drives, discover Nova Scotia's many attractions.
Online Resources
Nova Scotia Archives: What's Cooking?
This online treasury features approximately 1,000 old handwritten or early printed recipes from Nova Scotia's past.
Nova Scotia Historical Vital Statistics
This online collection of provincial records includes more the 25,000 records of births, marriages, and deaths in Nova Scotia.
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.
Nova Scotia Archives: What's Cooking?
This online treasury features approximately 1,000 old handwritten or early printed recipes from Nova Scotia's past.
Nova Scotia Historical Vital Statistics
This online collection of provincial records includes more the 25,000 records of births, marriages, and deaths in Nova Scotia.
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.
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.