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Jersey Archive
Visit the Archive to talk to our friendly, professional staff who will help you with your research
Vist the archiveOur Collections
We hold over 750,000 objects and documents that tell the story of our Island
Find out more and how to donate an objectObject in Focus
Discover the story behind some of the objects and archives in our collection
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The Jersey Heritage Online Catalogue
Find out more about our collections by searching the online catalogue which contains over 750,000 descriptions of the unique documents and objects that we care for. The online catalogue allows you to explore digital images of many of our collections from wherever you are in world. This includes resources for family and social history, photographs from the Jersey Evening Post and Société Jersiaise archives, images of our object and art collections in store and archaeological finds.
Visit the Online CatalogueHistoric Environment
Find out about Jersey’s historic environment, how to carry out further research and how we are protecting the past for the future. You'll also find out how to report a historic find to our Finds Officer.
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Help us collect our Island's intangible cultural heritage for UNESCO World Intangible Heritage status.
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History
La Cotte
At La Cotte de St Brelade (La Cotte) in Jersey, appearances are deceptive but there is more to it than meets the eye.
History
The Brighton Road tragedy
Donna Le Marrec, who works for the National Trust Jersey, uncovered surprising and tragic stories in her family tree.
History
Claude Cahun and Jersey
Claude Cahun (1894-1954) was an artist, photographer and writer, best known today for surreal self-portrait photographs.
History
Castles of Jersey
Why has Jersey been one of the most heavily fortified parts of the British Isles?
History
Cider making in Jersey
Apple orchards and cider-making are an intrinsic part of our history, having once shaped the landscape, culture and economy of the Island.
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New series of talks for 2025
What's Your School's Story
Our new series of talks about the history of parish primary schools and will include fascinating stories about staff who worked there, the pupils who started their journey there, and the development of the school itself.
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What's Your Town's Story?
Discover the people and places of Jersey with our What’s Your Street’s Story talks. You can also learn more about starting your family history, the treasures of the archive and many more topics.
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Lots of talks available
Your Home Your Story
A series of talks taking a look at some of the houses and buildings around Jersey. Sponsored by Antony Gibb Historic Buildings Consultants.
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