The Tasmanian Archives includes material dating from early European settlement to the present day. It is acquired from government agencies, purchase, donation or bequest.
We are committed to digitising Tasmania’s heritage items to make them more discoverable online, to everyone around the world.
Office of the State Archivist
Supporting the Tasmanian Government with information, records management guidelines and advice.
Historic newspapers
Access many Tasmanian historical newspaper online.
National Archives of Australia
Co-located in the with the Tasmanian Archives.
Visit the History Room to access National Archives resources and expertise.
Accessing personal records
We manage Tasmania’s collection of permanent Government records, some of which include personal information.
Open data
We are committed to delivering open data as part of providing free access to information resources and support in their use.
How to cite our resources
Guidelines for when you reproduce or refer to material held in our collections.
Donations and bequests
Libraries Tasmania welcomes offers of material that
- contribute to Tasmania’s history
- helps fill gaps in our collections.
COVID-19 Stories
We’re collecting Tasmanians’ experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic.