Research Appointment Form

Please submit requests at least three (3) days before the requested appointment date.

All materials at the State Archives are one-of-a-kind and should be handled with care. Please review our Visitor Policies before arrival.

In lieu of an in-person appointment, reference requests can also be submitted directly to [email protected] and an archivist will send you the requested material.
If you are interested in Vital Records, and in lieu of an in-person appointment, requests can instead be sent by submitting a Vital Records Request.

Contact Information

First Name

Last Name

Phone

Date of Archives Visit

First Choice Date

November 2024

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Please select a date

Time

Second Choice Date

November 2024

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Please select a date

Time

Record Information

Please identify the type of record you are requesting to research

Maps/Plans

Military Records

Photographs

Public Laws

Reports

Vital Records (birth and marriage records 100 years or older; death records 50 years or older)

Other

What specific record(s) would you like to see?

Additional Information

How many people will be completing research at this appointment?

1 (Just me)

2-3 people

Please select an option

Address

Rhode Island State Archives
33 Broad St.
Providence, RI 02903
Phone:401-222-2353
Fax:401-222-3199
Email:
[email protected]

Where is that Record?

Looking to access public records?
This chart shows what agency holds commonly requested public records.

Visitor Policies

Researchers must sign-in upon arrival.
Materials cannot be checked out.
Staff will retrieve materials for you if they are not accessible in the Reading Room Area.
All bags will be checked upon sign-in.
Photography is permitted with no flash.
Pen, marker, or otherwise permanent ink are prohibited.
Food and drink are prohibited.
Staff will complete all reproductions and copying for you if required.