Genealogy Research Services
Our Genealogy Research library contains a large variety of resources including family histories, local newspapers, graveyard headstone inscriptions, school registers, community histories,… maps, photographs, etc.
Research Inquiries
For research inquiries, please complete the form below. A volunteer member will spend up to 30 minutes on your request and email you a summary of their findings with an estimated amount of time to complete your request.
Research completed by one of our volunteers is:
- Members – (w/assistance) First ½ hour free, $20 thereafter
- Non-Members – ( w/assistance) $20 / hour
Our research room is by appointment only on Wednesday’s from March to June.
In July, the research room is open Wednesday to Sunday 9:00 – 5:00 pm. Appointments are always recommended. Email info@whhs.ca to book an appointment.
In July, the research room is open Wednesday to Sunday 9:00 – 5:00 pm. Appointments are always recommended. Email info@whhs.ca to book an appointment.
If you are able to visit our genealogy room, the a research fee is:
- Members – Free
- Non-Members – $7/day
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Please include in your email!!
- What you are seeking (Please be as specific as possible for a quote)
- Your time frame
- Any other information to help with the search/quote.
Photocopying Fees
- Members – $0.20/sheet
- Non-Members – $0.30/sheet
Pictures with your Phone are: (remember, this is to keep our doors open for the community, thanks for understanding)
- Members/Non-Members – $2.00/day
Research fees are one of our main fundraising methods for the upkeep of our building. Our Genealogy collection is one of the best in Nova Scotia.
“All requests for permission to reproduce an image or research documents from the West Hants Historical Society must be made in writing. The request must include a detailed description of the intended use, including the publisher/producer and the expected date of publication (if applicable). Proper credit to the West Hants Historical Society must be given in any published materials.” Thank you!
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