Newcastle Cultural Heritage Collections

For more than 60 years Newcastle Libraries has been committed to collecting the history and heritage of Newcastle. Over that time the Library has acquired an extensive and important collection of books, documents, archives, maps, pictures and photographs which document the story of Newcastle. With the help of many benefactors this collection has become a collection of significance not only to Newcastle but to wider audiences around Australia and the World.

Archives & State Records

The Library is the archival repository for the records of the City of Newcastle and holds other significant archival collections from public institutions, private companies and individuals.

Special Collections

The Library has a number of collections which feature rare, unique and notable items, many of which came through generous donations from members of the community.

Links to Heritage Resources

The Newcastle City Wide Heritage Study and other key heritage publications, as well as information about heritage walks, conservation areas and local heritage places can be found on the City of Newcastle website.