The State Library and Archives of Tasmania offers help with research and finding information. You can visit us in Hobart and Launceston, call us on (03) 6165 5538 or complete a research enquiry form.
This is a free research service guided by the National and State Libraries of Australasia (NSLA) principles and service guidelines.
Hints on research and finding information
The Tasmanian Names Index is the best place to start looking for historical records about people in Tasmania. With it you can search for records about births, deaths, marriages, convicts, wills and much more.
- Searching our collections
- Family history
- Guides to records
- Finding and accessing your personal records
- How to cite our resources
- Request permission to use our resources when publishing or broadcasting
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For more in-depth research help, you may choose to hire a private researcher:
How to contact us
In person:
State Library and Archives of Tasmania
2nd floor, 91 Murray Street, Hobart
1st floor, 71 Civic Square, Launceston
Phone: (03) 6165 5538 between 9.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday
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