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Local & Family History

Our Local and Family History service records, researches and showcases the history of Angus and its people. Commissioned research services and digital collections reproductions have also recommenced.

UPDATE 16 April 2025

We are thrilled to announce that Angus Archives will be reopening on a by-appointment basis starting Tuesday, 6 May 2025! We are now ready to welcome you back to explore our fascinating collections in our new location. This arrangement will be in place to allow us to get back onto our feet following the move from Restenneth, and to accommodate the upcoming refurbishment of Arbroath Library.

We will be accommodating up to 4 visitors at a time, and items from our archives and local history collections will be available by request only.

To schedule your visit or for more information, please contact us on 01241 465563 or email angusarchives@angusalive.scot.

We can’t wait to welcome you back and continue sharing our local heritage with you! Thank you again for your continued support.

Preserving Our County's History

Our team are passionate about preserving the history of the county and are here to help people who wish to find out more about their family’s past, local history or would like to undertake further research on this fascinating county. With extensive archives and photographic collections there is plenty of Angus history to explore.

Angus Archives

Angus Archives is a treasure trove of 800 years of the history of Angus and its people. Our collections cover Arbroath, Brechin, Carnoustie, Forfar, Kirriemuir, Montrose, Monifieth and rural areas across Angus.

Family History

Angus Archives is a great place to start or build on your family history. We have rich and varied sources to help the family historian. Our team have a wealth of experience to help you make the most of our unique documents, photographs and indexes.

Local History

Angus Archives has a vast index of resources available covering each major town. This highlights the resources spanning a variety of time periods and provides guidance on resources most useful to you. We also offer a series of articles on the general history of various towns and villages.

Research

We specialise in researching all aspects of Angus local and family history. We can trace your family tree, locate ancestors or research the history of a house, school or business.

Digital Archive

For the first time ever, you can view our rich Angus history at the click of a button in our online collections.

Photographic Collections

Angus Archives collects and preserves tens of thousands of photographs and negatives recording life in the County.

Family Research Gift Voucher

Looking for the perfect gift? Gift vouchers start from £30.

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Get in Touch

For more information, please contact the team at Angus Archives using the links below

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