Edson Public Library and Archives

Identity area

Identifier

EDSON

Authorized form of name

Edson Public Library and Archives

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Address

Street address

4726 8th Avenue

Locality

Edson

Region

Alberta

Country name

Canada

Postal code

T7E 1E3

Telephone

(780) 723-6691

Fax

(780) 723-9728

Email

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Description area

History

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Holdings

Total Volume: 40 meters
Inclusive Dates: 1858 - 1994
Predominant Dates: 1908 - 1970

The Edson Archives houses a variety of material pertaining to the Town of Edson and surrounding area. This material is made up of photographs, documents, diaries, maps, newspapers, etc. Included are Municipal records and a large collection of Coal Branch photos and information. In general terms the boundaries of the area covered are as follows: east to Wildwood, west to Medicine Lodge, north to Shining Bank and south to Mountain Park. The archivist or librarian may receive donated materials provided there are no restrictions placed on it by the donor.

Finding aids, guides and publications

Access area

Opening times

Mondays Fridays, 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Appointment recommended but not required.)

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Access points

Access Points

  • Clipboard

Primary contact

4726 8th Avenue
Edson, Alberta
CA T7E 1E3