Local & Family History
Local & Family History
Brightwood Golf and Country Club: A Brief History
A gem of Dartmouth—explore the surprising (brief and not at all definitive) history behind Brightwood’s greens, from estates to fairways.
Melville Island: From Jail to Sail
Apr 22nd | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Local historian William Breckenridge details the dynamic history of Melville Island, from wartime prison to an idyllic sailing club.
NS 1713-1763: Conflicts, Treaties & Early Settlements
Apr 22nd | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Take a step back into Nova Scotia’s past. This talk explores 1713-1763, a time shaped by shifting alliances, conflicts, and treaties.
Brightwood Golf and Country Club: A Brief History
A gem of Dartmouth—explore the surprising (brief and not at all definitive) history behind Brightwood’s greens, from estates to fairways.
Melville Island: From Jail to Sail
Apr 22nd | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Local historian William Breckenridge details the dynamic history of Melville Island, from wartime prison to an idyllic sailing club.
NS 1713-1763: Conflicts, Treaties & Early Settlements
Apr 22nd | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Take a step back into Nova Scotia’s past. This talk explores 1713-1763, a time shaped by shifting alliances, conflicts, and treaties.
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.
African Heritage Month: Strength in Unity
Learn, reflect, and celebrate African Nova Scotian history, culture, and community voices.
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.
African Heritage Month: Strength in Unity
Learn, reflect, and celebrate African Nova Scotian history, culture, and community voices.
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.