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| '''For a list of archives and libraries on the national level, go to the [[Scotland Archives and Libraries|Scotland Archives and Libraries]] page.'''<br> | | '''For a list of archives and libraries on the national level, go to the [[Scotland Archives and Libraries|Scotland Archives and Libraries]] page.'''<br> |
| == Archives == | | == Archives == |
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| '''Dumfries and Galloway Archives'''<br>Ewart Library<br>Catherine Street<br>Dumfries DG1 1JB UK<br>Telephone: 01387 260285<br> | | '''Dumfries and Galloway Heritage Service'''<br>Ewart Library<br>Catherine Street<br>Dumfries DG1 1JB UK<br><br>Telephone: 01387 260285<br> |
| Email: [mailto:libarchive@dumgal.gov.uk libarchive@dumgal.gov.uk]<br>Website: [http://www.dumgal.gov.uk/article/15308/Local-archives Dumfries and Galloway] | | Email: [mailto:libarchive@dumgal.gov.uk libarchive@dumgal.gov.uk]<br>[https://www.dumgal.gov.uk/article/24609/Heritage-Service Website] |
| | | :We hold records that tell the story of over 600 years of Dumfries and Galloway's history. It covers the historic counties of '''Dumfriesshire, Kirkcudbrightshire, and Wigtownshire''', the latter two of which are collectively known as Galloway. It holds official records and those of individuals, families, businesses, and institutions. One of the most popular uses of our archives is for family history and genealogy research. There is a wealth of information available in Dumfries and Galloway to help you find out more about your family's history and trace your ancestors. |
| :We hold records that tell the story of over 600 years of Dumfries and Galloway's history. These include official records and those of individuals, families, businesses, and institutions. One of the most popular uses of our archives is for family history and genealogy research. There is a wealth of information available in Dumfries and Galloway to help you find out more about your family's history and trace your ancestors. | |
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| == Libraries == | | == Libraries == |
| | | *[https://www.dumgal.gov.uk/article/15306/Local-libraries '''Dumfries and Galloway Local Libraries'''] |
| '''Newton Stewart Library'''<br>DG Customer Services - Newton Stewart<br>Church Street<br>Newton Stewart DG8 6ER UK<br>Telephone: 01671 403450<br>
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| Email: [mailto:libnewtonstewart@dumgal.gov.uk libnewtonstewart@dumgal.gov.uk]<br>Website: [http://www.dumgal.gov.uk/article/15584/DG-Customer-Services-Newton-Stewart Newton Stewart Library]
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| '''Port William Library'''<br>DG Customer Services - Port William<br>Maxwell Hall<br>Main Street<br>Port William DG8 9SD UK<br>Telephone: 01988 700406<br> | |
| Email: [mailto:libportwilliam@dumgal.gov.uk libportwilliam@dumgal.gov.uk]<br>Website: [http://www.dumgal.gov.uk/article/15585/DG-Customer-Services-Port-William Port William Library]
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| '''Stranraer Library'''<br>North Strand Street<br>Stranraer DG9 7LD UK<br>Telephone: 01776 707400<br>
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| Email: [mailto:libstranraer@dumgal.gov.uk libstranraer@dumgal.gov.uk]<br>Website: [http://www.dumgal.gov.uk/article/15586/DG-Customer-Services-Stranraer Stranraer Library]
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| '''Whithorn Library'''<br>DG Customer Services - Whithorn<br>60 St John's Street<br>Whithorn, Newton Stewart DG8 8PF UK<br>Telephone: 01988 500406<br>
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| Email: [mailto:libwhithorn@dumgal.gov.uk libwhithorn@dumgal.gov.uk]<br>Website: [http://www.dumgal.gov.uk/article/15587/DG-Customer-Services-Whithorn Whithorn Library]
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| '''Wigtown Library (John McNeillie Library)'''<br>John McNeillie Library<br>Wigtown County Buildings<br>Wigtown, Newton Stewart DG8 9JH UK<br>Telephone: 01988 403329<br> | |
| Email: [mailto:libwigtown@dumgal.gov.uk libwigtown@dumgal.gov.uk]<br>Website: [http://www.dumgal.gov.uk/article/15588/DG-Customer-Services-John-McNeillie-Library-Wigtown Wigtown Library]<br>
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| Website #2: [https://www.facebook.com/WigtownLibraryUnofficial/ Wigtown Library]
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| For a list of Wigtownshire libraries, go to [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_libraries_in_Scotland List of libraries in Scotland] in Wikipedia. Scroll to Dumfries and Galloway. The parishes in historic Wigtownshire are listed in the [https://www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/Wigtownshire,_Scotland_Genealogy#Parishes FamilySearch Research Wiki].
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| == Museums == | | == Museums == |
| | | *[https://www.dgculture.co.uk/venues/ '''Dumfries and Galloway Museums'''] |
| '''Newton Stewart Museum'''<br>York Road<br>Newton Stewart DG8 6HH UK<br>Telephone: 01671 401048/403439<br>
| | ==Register Offices== |
| Email: [mailto:themuseumns@gmail.com themuseumns@gmail.com]<br>Website: [https://sites.google.com/site/newtonstewartmuseum/ Newton Stewart Museum]<br>
| | At [https://www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk/ '''ScotlandsPeople'''] one can search the indexes and obtain a digital copy of the record for a small fee within minutes. However, sometimes additional help is available from local registrars. For example, proof of death and close family relationship can make more recent records available that would otherwise be restricted by privacy laws. |
| Website #2: [https://www.visitscotland.com/info/see-do/the-museum-newton-stewart-p251421 Newton Stewart Museum]
| | *[https://www.dumgal.gov.uk/article/15178/Registration-offices '''Registration offices'''] |
| | | *[https://www.dumgal.gov.uk/article/15170/Copies-of-registration-certificates '''Copies of registration certificates'''] |
| '''Stranraer Museum'''<br>55 George Street<br>Stranraer DG9 7JP UK<br>Telephone: 01776 705088<br> | |
| Email: [mailto:stranraermuseum@dumgal.gov.uk stranraermuseum@dumgal.gov.uk]<br>Website: [http://www.dumgal.gov.uk/article/15740/Stranraer-Museum Stranraer Museum]<br>
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| Website #2: [https://www.facebook.com/Stranraer-Museum-340479356058406/ Stranraer Museum]
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| '''Whithorn Story Visitor Centre'''<br>45-47 George Street<br>Whithorn, Newton Stewart DG8 8NS UK<br>Telephone: 01988 500508/500469<br> | |
| Email: [mailto:enquiries@whithorn.com enquiries@whithorn.com]<br>Website: [https://www.visitscotland.com/info/see-do/the-whithorn-story-p253201 Whithorn Story Visitor Centre]
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| For a list of Wigtownshire museums, go to [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_museums_in_Scotland List of museums in Scotland] in Wikipedia. Scroll to Dumfries and Galloway. The parishes in historic Wigtownshire are listed in the [https://www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/Wigtownshire,_Scotland_Genealogy#Parishes FamilySearch Research Wiki].
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| [[Category:Scotland Archives and Libraries]] | | [[Category:Scotland Archives and Libraries]] |
| [[Category:Wigtownshire, Scotland]] | | [[Category:Wigtownshire, Scotland]] |
| [[Category:Counties of Scotland]] | | [[Category:Counties of Scotland]] |