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    Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission

    Pennsylvania State Archives

    Explore the collections of the Pennsylvania State Archives.

    About

    The Pennsylvania State Archives collects, preserves, and makes available for study the permanently-valuable public records of the Commonwealth, with particular attention given to the records of state government. The State Archives also collects papers of private citizens and organizations relevant to Pennsylvania history.

    Visitor information

    For the latest information, call 717-783-3281 or email ra-statearchives@pa.gov.

    Location

    1681 N. Sixth St.  
    Harrisburg, PA 17102-1106

    You can get more details on directions and parking.

    Hours

    The State Archives are closed Sunday through Tuesday and on all state holidays.

    DayHours
    Wed.9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
    Thurs.9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
    Fri.9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
    Sat.Second Sat. of each month, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

    Fees and procedures

    Admission to the State Archives is free. For information on copy, use, and reference by mail fees, see our fee schedule.

    Before you visit, you should review our research room procedures.

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