Explore Glasgow's rich and fascinating history through the public records in the City Archives.
These pages are an introduction to our collections which contain a range of resources documenting the city's past and can be accessed from the Archives Search Room on Level 2 at The Mitchell Library.
Regular tours of The Archives section as well as workshops on family history take place in The Mitchell Library. Check our
What's On.
Archives Opening Hours
| Monday |
9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday |
9am - 8pm |
| Wednesday |
9am - 5pm |
| Thursday |
9am - 5pm |
| Friday |
9am - 5pm |
| Saturday |
By appointment |