Our Archives
New - free access to the 1921 census in Barnsley Archives and Barnsley Libraries!
Barnsley Archives and Local Studies is based in the Discovery Centre, located within the Town Hall.

Visiting Us
All the latest information; including opening times, contact details and guidance for planning your visit.
Collections
Access our online catalogues and read about the fascinating archives and local studies collections we have to offer.

Projects
Our funded projects provide you with the chance to get involved. It also gives us the opportunity to share some great online resources! Why not volunteer with us as part of our latest digital project or explore the history of the Barnsley Co-op and our local non-conformist collections.

About Us
We collect, preserve and make available the documentary heritage of the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley.
Blogs
Discover in-depth stories about the Barnsley borough from our collections and project work.

Policies and Procedures
Find out more about how we manage and provide access to our collections. This includes our collecting and access polices and copying services.
Open: Mon, Wed-Fri 10am-4pm; Tue 10am-6pm; tel: 01226 773950; email: archives@barnsley.gov.uk
Barnsley Museums 'What's On' January - March 2023
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Download our brochure to view all of our events here.