Research & Archives
The Merrickville & District Historical Society actively preserves the documentary and material history of our region. In partnership with local community organizations, we offer several pathways for family genealogists, property researchers, and social historians to explore our shared past.
Our Collections & Databases
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The MDHS Online Database now live!
Our digital collection database is now accessible online, allowing you to brows the Society's catalogue of historic documents, photographs, and artifacts from anywhere in the world.
Click here for more information!
Click here for a copy of our October 27, 2022 public presentation
Heritage Conservation: Planning for the Future.
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Genealogy & Family History
If you are tracing ancestral lines or early settler lineages in the district, the Merrickville Public Library houses the renowned Alice Hughes Genealogical Collection. The knowledgeable library staff are available to assist you in navigating these valuable family history records during regular library hours.
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Burritt's Rapids Archives:
Housed in the Burritt's Rapids Community Hall, this facility serves as the Society's off-site archival repository for documents and artifacts not currently on display.
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Access Policy: To ensure the preservation of these delicate materials, the Burritt's Rapids Archives is not open to the general public.
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Research Requests: Researchers may request supervised, hand-on access to specific materials by appointment.
Submit a Research Inquiry
MDHS works collaboratively with regional community partners to help answer specific historical and research questions.
To submit a research request or to arrange supervised access to the Burritt's Rapids Archives, please contact our team directly at: info@merrickvillehistory.org.
MDHS has no fixed fee for research services, but donations via encouraged.
Support Our Work: While MDHS does not charge a fixed fee for our research services, we are a volunteer-run, non-profit organization. Donations of any size via Canada Helps are gratefully appreciated and directly fund the ongoing digitization and care of our historical collections.