The National Archives was opened on December 5, 1990 to further fill the information need in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The National Archives is set up to promote our national heritage by collecting, preserving and disseminating information which bears on our historical, social and economic development. In June 2008, the National Archives was relocated from Frenches to its present location at Richmond Hill.
The National Archives cover our history mainly from the 18th century. Some Archival holdings include the Pat Prescod Collection; the Sir Rupert John Collection; Government Gazzettes and Blue Books from 1868 and Statistical Reports on the operational of Colonial Agencies from 1890 – 1965. In partnership with the National Archives of Trinidad and Tobago, the National Archives was able to get two invaluable records restored these include the Indian Indentured Labourers Register and Register of Free African Immigrants.

Reference: Access to the National Archives’ collection is available to all members of the public through our reference service. Researchers may consult records in the Search Room in accordance with Search Room guidelines.  

Outreach: The National Archives engages with individuals through in-house exhibitions and tours to bring them closer to their history and documentary heritage.

Conservation: In-house conservation work is undertaken to safeguard the nation’s archival records for future generation.

Photocopying/Printing/Scanning: The National Archives offers this service to general public. You can call the National Archives at (784)456-61689 to get the various prices.