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Discover Your Local History and Heritage
Explore a wealth of resources to uncover family histories, local stories, and the rich heritage of our communities.
Historic Maps and Records – Browse Griffith's Valuation records and maps, alongside an extensive collection of Ordnance Survey maps dating from the 1830s to the 1970s, providing a unique insight into how local landscapes and communities have changed over time.
Newspaper Archives – Discover news, events, and stories from the past through our extensive collection of national and local newspapers on microfilm. Titles include the Ballymena Weekly Telegraph, Larne Times, Irish News, Belfast News-Letter, and many more. A full list of available newspapers can be found in the Libraries NI Microfilm List. Newspaper Library
Gravestone Inscriptions – Research burial records and memorial inscriptions that can provide valuable insights into family history, genealogy, and local heritage.
Journals and Publications – Access a wide range of historical and heritage journals, including the Ulster Journal of Archaeology, publications from the Irish Railway Record Society, and local history journals such as The Bann Disc and The Glynns.
Connect with Your Heritage
Visitors can also enjoy free access within the library to a range of digital resources designed to support local history, genealogy, research, and lifelong learning, including BFI Replay, JSTOR, and DIPPAM find out more here Free Access to Resources in the Library.
Whether you're tracing your family tree, researching local history, or simply curious about the stories of the past, these resources offer something for everyone to discover.
