Our Local History Collection can transport you into the history and heritage of our local places and people.Many resources have been digitised and can be viewed on our Woollahra Libraries Digital Archive, while others are located at Woollahra Library at Double Bay.
Digital archive
Discover a large range digitised of books, manuscripts, photographs, official council records, maps and other documents which provide insight into Woollahra’s past, and can be used for researching the history of our area.
Visit the Woollahra Libraries Digital Archive
Explore local history
Research services and assistance
Can’t find what you are looking for above?
Submit your Local History Research request here: Ask the Library
Local History staff are available for assistance and research services via appointment. Initial appointments are for 30 minutes only and are free of charge. Fees and charges apply for additional appointments, consultations or research per the table below.
Fill in the form to request an appointment or call 9391 7100.
| LOCAL HISTORY |
Fee |
| Non-commercial local history research (per hour) |
$53.00 |
| Commercial local history research (per hour) |
$105.00 |
| File retrieval fee (per file part) |
$25.45 |
| Digital Image File |
$50.00 |
You can now pay online for library services.