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.
Checkmate! A celebration of chess
July 20 is World Chess Day. Hone your game with expert advise and discover true stories, novels, and films that bring chess to life.
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.
Guelph Mercury Centennial Edition
1927 Guelph Mercury centennial edition
This special edition of the Guelph Mercury was printed for the City's Centennial in 1927 and is hosted by the Guelph Historical Society.