Local history
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Archives and local history
Explore Guelph’s history with access to photos, newspapers, directories, and more. View materials at the Central Library by appointment.
Genealogy
Discover Guelph’s genealogy resources, including books, microfilm, archives, databases, and programs with Ontario Ancestors.
Digital collection
Access Guelph Public Library's local history and genealogy online resources.
Guelph Public Library timeline, 1832-2025
A timeline highlighting key milestones in Guelph Public Library’s history from 1832 to today.
Robert Munsch donates his archives to Guelph Public Library
Robert Munsch has donated his personal archives to the Guelph Public Library archives, for research and display at the new Central Library.