SUMMER HOURS
We are open every Friday from 10-3pm

Open on the following Saturdays
June 6th
June 20th
July 4th
July 18th
August 8th
August 22nd
September 12th
September 26th

What is Archives Lanark

The Archives is a central repository for historical and genealogical documents pertaining to the cultural, genealogical and historical heritage of Lanark County, in eastern Ontario.

To those searching for birth certificates or baptismal records:

We would be happy to help you research and learn more about your ancestors, but we are unable to provide you with certified records.

Please contact the following organizations for assistance:

United Church of Canada Archives in Toronto, Ontario
https://www.unitedchurcharchives.ca/visiting-and-services/certificate-requests

Anglican Church Archives, Kingston, Ontario
https://www.ontario.anglican.ca/resources/archives/pages/services-and-fees

Anglican Church Archives, Ottawa, Ontario
https://ottawa.anglican.ca/resources/archives

Archives of Ontario
https://www.archives.gov.on.ca/topic/birth-marriage-and-death/

Archdiocese of Kingston
https://romancatholic.kingston.on.ca/sacramental-records

What We Offer

The Archives is equipped with photocopiers and microfiche/microfilm readers. We have internet available to assist with internet searches. Original land deeds and most other official records are available for viewing. Archives volunteers will retrieve them upon request. Volunteer guided research enables novices and experienced researchers to access our records in a productive and thorough way. Copying of archival material is for the purpose of research only. Use for any other purpose is subject to copyright laws. The Archives reserves the right to limit access to photocopying/ scanning of documents that are restricted for privacy reasons or fragile condition.

Open since 2002, collections include land records and original deeds from the mid 20th century for all 14 original townships in the County; original newspapers; local listings for cemeteries, census, church and community groups; scrapbooks and publications.

We are an independent, non profit, volunteer organization, incorporated in Ontario and a registered charity in Canada. The nine-member Board includes representation from County Council.