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