Local & Family History

Local & Family History

Local & Family History

Christ Church Cemetery Stories

Dec 3rd | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This talk will introduce you to many of the prominent Dartmouthians who have been buried in Christ Church Cemetery over its long 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.

We Remember: Remembrance Day Resources

Lest we forget. Explore books, events, blog posts, and resources in memory of those who served.

Lest We Forget: Remembrance Day 2026

November 11 marks Remembrance Day. Here is a selection of recently published titles that will help us to always remember.

Wartime Fiction: Atlantic Canada

In honour of Remembrance Day, this collection of historical fiction brings to life the wartime experiences of Atlantic Canadians.

Remembrance Day: Children's Books

Honour Remembrance Day through a thoughtful children's books that pay tribute to our history and the importance of memory.

Mi'kmaw History Month: “Nepisulti’k - We Are Healing”

Explore different aspects of health, connection, and the healing journey with this collection of books for adults and children.

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.

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.

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.

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.