Berkeley History Room Open Hours @Central
Every Wednesday 10:00am-1:00pm
2026-06-10 10:00:00
2026-06-10 13:00:00
America/Los_Angeles
Berkeley History Room Open Hours @Central
Visit the Berkeley History Room, located inside the Central Library in the southeast corner of the 2nd Floor Fiction Reading Room, during open hours every Wednesday from 10:00am-1:00pm.
Central Library - Berkeley History Room
Wednesday, June 10
10:00am - 1:00pm
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2026-06-10 10:00:00
2026-06-10 13:00:00
America/Los_Angeles
Berkeley History Room Open Hours @Central
Visit the Berkeley History Room, located inside the Central Library in the southeast corner of the 2nd Floor Fiction Reading Room, during open hours every Wednesday from 10:00am-1:00pm.
Central Library - Berkeley History Room
Central Library
Berkeley History RoomVisit the Berkeley History Room, located inside the Central Library in the southeast corner of the 2nd Floor Fiction Reading Room, during open hours every Wednesday from 10:00am-1:00pm.
Whether you're trying to find a long-lost Berkeley relative, learn the date your house was built, or simply interested in Berkeley's rich history, come check out the Berkeley History Room! All are welcome, even to just browse our unique collection of books, newspapers, clipping files, posters, maps, photographs, City documents, and more. We are happy to help with any Berkeley-related research questions! A few of the most common research subjects include:
- Ancestral and genealogical research
- Housing and architectural research
- Social, political, and cultural history and movements
- Famous Berkeleyans
- Businesses and commerce
- Berkeley neighborhoods
- City Government history and records
- Transit history in Berkeley
- Obituary searches
To visit outside of open hours, please make an appointment by calling 510-981-6100 (and asking to speak with someone from the History Room) or by emailing <jfindley@berkeleyca.gov>.
To learn more about common research topics and collection highlights, visit the Berkeley History Room webpage.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Cultural & Heritage |
Wheelchair accessible. Request sign language interpreter, real-time captioning, materials in large print, braille, or other accommodations by calling 510-981-6195 (Library) or the 510-981-6347 (City of Berkeley TDD line). Please refrain from scented products during public programs.
Many library programs are funded by the generous support of the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library. Thank you, Friends!
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