Every year thousands of people make use of our free research facility based at the Manx Museum where we assist the general enquirer, family historian, students, publishers, broadcasters and many more.
Manx history, culture, language, folklore, archaeology and landholding are some of the subjects that can be investigated using our printed and archival collections. As well as assorted books, pamphlets and Manx newspapers, we hold historical records of the Isle of Man Government and past rulers of the Island (the Earls of Derby and Dukes of Atholl); we also retain archives of certain Manx businesses, churches, societies and families or individuals.
Many different facets of the Island and its people are represented within our multi-media resources. If you hold content that you think might be of interest to us, you are welcome to get in touch and let us know more.
Interested in visiting us? Our Library and Archive is open Wednesday to Saturday, 10am – 4.30pm (closed Sunday to Tuesday). If you’re a new user, take a moment to download our free guide to becoming a new Library & Archive user from our Collections Guides below and watch our Library & Archives Reading Room Handling Guidelines video.
Annual Closure Week: The annual closure of the Library & Archive Reading Room at the Manx Museum will take place from 23 to 28 January 2023 inclusive. During this period the search facilities in the Reading Room will be closed to the public.