Local & Family History
Local & Family History
Christ Church Cemetery Stories
Oct 22nd | 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.
The Mi'kmaq Maliseet Nations News - A Brief History
Discover the story of the Mi'kmaq Maliseet Nations News and the community leaders who built this enduring Indigenous newspaper.
Mi'kmaw History Month: Explore Events
October 2026
Multiple Locations
This October, join us for meaningful crafts, explore new cuisines, and learn more about Mi'kmaw history.
Christ Church Cemetery Stories
Oct 22nd | 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.
The Mi'kmaq Maliseet Nations News - A Brief History
Discover the story of the Mi'kmaq Maliseet Nations News and the community leaders who built this enduring Indigenous newspaper.
Mi'kmaw History Month: Explore Events
October 2026
Multiple Locations
This October, join us for meaningful crafts, explore new cuisines, and learn more about Mi'kmaw history.
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.
Captured in Photos: The Atlantic Provinces Past & Present
Travel through Atlantic Canada's history and landscapes with these captivating photo collections.
Acadian Heritage Month 2026: Youth
Nova Scotia is celebrating its 3rd Acadian Heritage Month, highlighting the contributions of the Acadian community across the province.
Mois du patrimoine acadien 2026 : Fiction (adultes)
To build (or to extend) on the experience, explore this specially curated fiction reading list created for Acadian Heritage Month.
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.
Captured in Photos: The Atlantic Provinces Past & Present
Travel through Atlantic Canada's history and landscapes with these captivating photo collections.
Acadian Heritage Month 2026: Youth
Nova Scotia is celebrating its 3rd Acadian Heritage Month, highlighting the contributions of the Acadian community across the province.
Mois du patrimoine acadien 2026 : Fiction (adultes)
To build (or to extend) on the experience, explore this specially curated fiction reading list created for Acadian Heritage Month.
Online Resources
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.
Nova Scotia Archives: What's Cooking?
This online treasury features approximately 1,000 old handwritten or early printed recipes from Nova Scotia's past.
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.
Nova Scotia Archives: What's Cooking?
This online treasury features approximately 1,000 old handwritten or early printed recipes from Nova Scotia's past.
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.