Simcoe County Archives
The Simcoe County Archives manages the permanent records of both the County of Simcoe and its constituent municipalities. The Archives documents the collective memory of the County by acquiring and preserving the historical record in all recording media.
To search through our collections please visit our online Descriptions database. For a deeper dive into Simcoe County’s history check out our Research Guides and Tools , Online Exhibits, the Simcoe County Remembers database, and the Archives blog.
Online appointment booking
The Simcoe County Archives is now open to the public by appointment only.
Researchers and members of the general public can book an onsite visit to the Archives. Appointments will also be available for reference services and to schedule record donations. Please visit the Archives Booking Service page for more information, or to schedule your appointment.
Announcements
Service Disruption: Archives Closed
April 24, 2024
The Archives will be closed Wednesday April 24, 2024 for a private event.
Event: Barrie FamilySearch Centre – Family History Conference
April 27, 2024
Doors Open 8:00AM
Simcoe County Archives staff will be participating in the Family History Conference ~ Growing Your Family Tree. Registration is required. Even information can be found here.
Event: Ontario Genealogical Society – Simcoe County Branch Open House
May 4, 2024
1:00PM – 3:00PM
Simcoe County Archives staff will be participating in the Ontario Genealogical Society – Simcoe County Branch Open House. Event information can be found here.
Service Disruption: Archives Closed
May 6, 2024 – May 10, 2024
The Archives will be closed to the public Monday May 6, 2024 – Friday May 10, 2024.