Dumfriesshire Archives and Libraries

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For a list of archives and libraries on the national level, go to the Scotland Archives and Libraries page.

Archives

Dumfries and Galloway Heritage Service
Ewart Library
Catherine Street
Dumfries DG1 1JB UK

Telephone: 01387 260285
Email: libarchive@dumgal.gov.uk
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.

Libraries

Dumfries and Galloway Local Libraries

Museums

Annan Museum
Bank Street
Annan DG12 6AA UK
Telephone: 01461 201384
Email: annan.museum@dumgal.gov.uk
Website: Annan Museum

Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura
The Observatory
Rotchell Road
Dumfries DG2 7SW UK
Telephone: 01387 253374
Email: Dumfries.Museum@dumgal.gov.uk
Website: Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura
Website #2: Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura

Moffat Museum
Harthope House
Churchgate
Moffat DG10 9EQ UK
Telephone: 01683 220868
Email: secretary@moffatmuseum.co.uk
Website: Moffat Museum

Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum
High Street
Sanquhar DG4 6BN UK
Telephone: 01659 50186
Email: dumfries.museum@dumgal.gov.uk
Website: Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum
Website #2: Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum

Savings Bank Museum
Ruthwell, nr Annan DG1 4NN UK
Telephone: 01387 870640
Email: enquiries@savingsbanksmuseum.co.uk
Website: Savings Bank Museum

For a list of Dumfriesshire museums, go to List of museums in Scotland in Wikipedia. Scroll down to Dumfries and Galloway. The parishes in historic Dumfriesshire are listed in the FamilySearch Research Wiki.