State Library and Archives of Tasmania

History Room

The History Room is accessed off the Reading Room. It is a secure and quiet space for looking at original records and heritage material.
Please bring photo ID and something with your address on it to register.
View the History Room terms and conditions.

Order items in advance - reference

Make an advance request to view a reference item

If you can’t get to the Reading Room in Hobart, ask your local library if they can get the item in for you.

Order items in advance - archival

Order archival items using Tasmanian Archives search

Items stored offsite will be available for viewing the following day

Retrievals are every half hour from 9.45am, with the last retrieval 45 minutes before closing.

National Archives of Australia

Access Commonwealth records from the Hobart office of the National Archives of Australia

You will find their staff in the History Room from Wednesday to Friday

Computers and the internet

Free public access to our computers and Wi-Fi.

Printing, scanning and photo copying available

Check here for details on copying fees and services

Space to study, research or read

People of all ages and interests have access to flexible spaces to feel welcome as an individual or for a group activity with comfortable reading spaces for browsing newspapers and magazines

Accessibility

Libraries Tasmania is committed to making our libraries and archives accessible for all to use and enjoy.
More information on accessibility in our libraries and archives.