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Nova Scotia Archives and Records Management
Nova Scotia Archives acquires, preserves and provides access to the province’s documentary heritage.
About Nova Scotia Archives and Records Management
Nova Scotia Archives acquires, preserves and provides access to the documentary heritage of the Province of Nova Scotia. Its website describes online access to digitized newspapers, virtual exhibits, databases, photographs and other digital collections, and states that millions of records are online. Collections on the site cover Mi'kmaq, Acadian, African Nova Scotian and Gaelic history, along with the papers of folklorists and collectors such as Helen Creighton and Don Messer.
The archives operates a physical location at 6016 University Avenue, Halifax, with set public hours. The homepage lists a delayed opening at 12:00 noon on the first Thursday of each month. The site also refers to visits for some resources, such as planning which newspapers to view on site.
Key features
- Search of 20+ digitized newspapers from across Nova Scotia
- Online virtual exhibits, databases, photographs and other digital collections
- Early records of Mi'kmaq interactions with the British government, including Peace and Friendship Treaties
- Maclean and Sinclair family papers on the Gaelic Resources site
- Don Messer collection of musical scores and recordings
- Cape Breton Land Petitions 1787-1843 and Transcribe Vital Statistics resources
Best for: Researchers, students and educators interested in the history, folklore and cultural heritage of Nova Scotia.
Good for
- Holdings document several communities, including Mi'kmaq, Acadian, African Nova Scotian and Gaelic histories
- Digitized newspapers can be searched online
- Teaching and learning resources are listed on the homepage
Watch out for
- Physical access depends on a Halifax location and the stated opening hours
- The first Thursday of each month has a delayed opening at 12:00 noon
Nova Scotia Archives and Records Management at a glance
- Website
- archives.novascotia.ca
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Nova Scotia Archives and Records Management FAQ
Where is Nova Scotia Archives located and when is it open?
The archives is at 6016 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia. The homepage lists Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 8:00pm, and Saturday 10:00am to 3:00pm, with a delayed opening at 12:00 noon on the first Thursday of each month.
Can I search historical newspapers online?
Yes. The homepage says visitors can search 20+ digitized newspapers from across the province.
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