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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 == | ||
'''Argyll and Bute Archives'''<br> | '''Argyll and Bute Archives'''<br>Lochgilphead Community Centre<br>Manse Brae<br>Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8QU UK<br>Telephone: 01546 604778<br> | ||
Email: [mailto:archives@liveargyll.co.uk archives@liveargyll.co.uk]<br>[http://www.liveargyll.co.uk/libraries-and-archives/archives Website] | Email: [mailto:archives@liveargyll.co.uk archives@liveargyll.co.uk]<br>[http://www.liveargyll.co.uk/libraries-and-archives/archives Website] | ||
:To help the family history researcher we have created a dedicated Family History section in our | :To help the family history researcher we have created a dedicated Family History section in our search room. Here you will find copies of the records that people have found most useful for tracing their ancestors, including monumental inscriptions and lists of men who might be liable for military service. Once you have finished looking at these we may be able to suggest other records that might be of use to you. These include Registers of Electors, Valuation Rolls, poor relief records, school admission registers and estate records. | ||
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'''Lochaber Archive Centre (Tasglann Loch Abar)'''<br>Alexander Ross House<br>Achintore Road<br>Fort William PH33 6RQ UK<br>Telephone: 01463 256444<br> | '''Lochaber Archive Centre (Tasglann Loch Abar)'''<br>Alexander Ross House<br>Achintore Road<br>Fort William PH33 6RQ UK<br>Telephone: 01463 256444<br> | ||
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'''Campbeltown Heritage Centre'''<br>3 Big Kiln St<br>Campbeltown PA28 6JF UK<br>Telephone: 01586 551400<br>Email: [mailto:visit@campbeltownheritagecentre.co.uk visit@campbeltownheritagecentre.co.uk]<br>[http://www.campbeltownheritagecentre.co.uk/ Website]<br>[https://www.facebook.com/CampbeltownHC/ Facebook] | '''Campbeltown Heritage Centre'''<br>3 Big Kiln St<br>Campbeltown PA28 6JF UK<br>Telephone: 01586 551400<br>Email: [mailto:visit@campbeltownheritagecentre.co.uk visit@campbeltownheritagecentre.co.uk]<br>[http://www.campbeltownheritagecentre.co.uk/ Website]<br>[https://www.facebook.com/CampbeltownHC/ Facebook] | ||
:Described as one of the finest social history collections on the West Coast of Scotland. Research your family's history - both online and through local records and papers. | :Described as one of the finest social history collections on the West Coast of Scotland. Research your family's history - both online and through local records and papers. | ||
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'''Easdale Island Folk Museum'''<br>4 Ellenabeich<br>Easdale, Oban PA34 4TB UK<br>Telephone: 01852 300173<br> | '''Easdale Island Folk Museum'''<br>4 Ellenabeich<br>Easdale, Oban PA34 4TB UK<br>Telephone: 01852 300173<br> | ||
Email: [mailto:info@easdalemuseum.org info@easdalemuseum.org]<br>[http://www.easdalemuseum.org/ Website] | |||
:The folk museum has genealogical records for the Kilbrandon and Kilchattan parish as well as rent books, Masonic records, and a map of Easdale Island circa 1881 on hard copy. | :The folk museum has genealogical records for the Kilbrandon and Kilchattan parish as well as rent books, Masonic records, and a map of Easdale Island circa 1881 on hard copy. | ||
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:The Heritage Centre houses an interesting collection of artefacts and records relating to the social and industrial life of the Slate Islands of Argyll. There are photographs and records of the people engaged in the former slate industry covering the period 18-20th century. Displays include genealogical records and information. | :The Heritage Centre houses an interesting collection of artefacts and records relating to the social and industrial life of the Slate Islands of Argyll. There are photographs and records of the people engaged in the former slate industry covering the period 18-20th century. Displays include genealogical records and information. | ||
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==Registration Offices== | |||
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. | |||
*[https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/births-deaths-and-marriages/registration-offices-contact-information '''Registration Offices - Contact Information'''] | |||
:To help you with your family history research, the Registrar can offer you the following:- | |||
:*A specific search - this is a search for a particular entry of Births, Deaths or Marriages. The fee for this is £5.00 . | |||
:*An assisted general search - a registrar assisted search of the records relating to your family tree costing £15.00 per hour or part of. | |||
:*Certified extracts of entries for the current certificate fee of £10.00 (where a search fee has been paid) | |||
*[https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/copy-certificates '''Order a copy of a certificate'''] | |||
[[Category:Scotland Archives and Libraries]] | [[Category:Scotland Archives and Libraries]] | ||
[[Category:Argyll, Scotland]] | [[Category:Argyll, Scotland]] | ||
[[Category:Counties of Scotland]] | [[Category:Counties of Scotland]] | ||
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