Section

Archives

Under the Department of Libraries and Archives

We safeguard the public records of Bermuda and provide access for research, learning, and cultural memory. Start with our guides, search key registers, or plan a visit.

What do they do?

Established in 1974 under the Bermuda Archives Act, we are responsible for preserving, organizing, and providing access to Bermuda’s documentary heritage for present and future generations. Our knowledgeable Reading Room team is available to assist you with your research needs.

Available Services:

  1. On-site access to original archival records in the Reading Room
  2. Digitized PDFs of selected registers and guides

Our Holdings:

The Archives’ collections span nearly 400 years of Bermuda’s history and include a wide range of records, such as:

  1. Legislative records
  2. Parish records
  3. Probate records
  4. Slave registers
  5. Maps, plans, and charts
  6. Paintings and photographs
  7. Journals
  8. Records of the Corporations of Hamilton and St. George’s
  9. Anglican, Methodist, and Presbyterian church records

Podcasts:

Artist on Artist with Keith Caesar

  1. Episode 1: Nhuri Bashir — Apple | Spotify
  2. Episode 2: Meredith Andrews — Apple | Spotify

"13 Queen"

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Bermuda Genealogy Guide

Trace your Bermudian family history with a guide to key records and research resources from the Bermuda Archives.

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Bermuda Archives Brochure

Explore the Bermuda Archives’ collections, research services and guidance on accessing Bermuda’s documentary heritage.

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A Guide to the Records of Bermuda

A reference guide from the Bermuda Archives listing the historical records held by government departments, schools and churches, and Bermuda material held overseas.

Archives 1 min read

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Temporary Closure of Archives Section
Press Release

Temporary Closure of Archives Section

The Ministry for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation advise the public that the Archives Section, located in the Government Administration Building, is temporarily closed due to water leaks within the facility. The closure is necessary to allow repair work to be carried out and to ensure the safety of staff, visitors, and archival materials. At this time, the Archives Section is expected to remain closed for approximately two days while repairs are completed. Every effort is being made to.

Bermuda Archives Celebrates International Archives Day 2026 with “For the Culture” Showcase and Special Guest Lecturer Dr. Linford D. Fisher
Press Release

Bermuda Archives Celebrates International Archives Day 2026 with “For the Culture” Showcase and Special Guest Lecturer Dr. Linford D. Fisher

The Bermuda Archives invites the public to celebrate International Archives Day on June 9, 2026, with a dynamic day of culture, history, and community engagement under this year’s theme, “For the Culture.” From 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., visitors will have the opportunity to explore the important work being done at the Bermuda Archives to preserve, protect, and share Bermuda’s rich cultural heritage for generations to come. Through displays, presentations, and featured collections, the Archives...

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