Primary contact
Hon. George Coles Building, 4th floor
175 Richmond Street
P.O. Box 1000
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
CA C1A 7M4
Public Archives and Records Office of Prince Edward Island
Under the Archives and Records Act, the Public Archives and Records Office acquires, preserves, and makes available for public research the records of the Government of Prince Edward Island, as well as private sector records deemed to be of lasting historical value.
The Public Archives Unit carries out archival functions, engages in education and outreach in the community, and provides reference services to government and members of the public wanting access to the archival holdings.
The Recorded Information Management Unit is responsible for delivering a corporate program that provides central recorded information management services and support to all departments, agencies, corporations, and commissions within the Government of Prince Edward Island.
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island
ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ACT, Cap A-19.1
June to September
Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
October to May
Monday - CLOSED
Tuesday to Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday evenings, 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Closed weekends and holidays
Hon. George Coles Building, 4th floor
175 Richmond Street
Charlottetown, PE
Wheelchair access is available by ramp from Church Street to the basement level door.
Some street parking is available. There are also two parking garages within walking distance.