The fonds consists of family photographs and certificates and records of Samuel Emery and William A. Emery. Fonds includes copies of Common Prayer Book containing Emery family history and the diary of Samuel Emery's trip (1893) across the Atlantic and by train across Canada and settlement in the Port Renfrew area.

The fonds consists of photographs of Emily Forster and the Cook family in Esquimalt.

The fonds consists of photographs of the May Queen celebration at Memorial Park, Esquimalt, a Pro-Rec demonstration at the park and an awards ceremony.

The collection consists of maps, principally of Esquimalt, including municipal government maps and plans, maps of land expropriated by the federal government (for military purposes), and maps of land annexed by the municipality in 1968. The collection also includes fire insurance and street maps of Esquimalt and area.

The collection consists of sound recordings of interviews with pioneers and long-time residents of Esquimalt and area.

The collection consists of photographs of Esquimalt and area depicting individuals, families, businesses, community institutions (including schools) and groups, and events. Collection includes photographs of marine-related industry (including shipbuilding) and of naval and other military facilities and activities.

The fonds consists of constitution and bylaws, agendas, and ephemera including publicity flyer.

The fonds consists of receipts for goods purchased by Esquimalt Waterworks, 1919-1924.

The fonds consists of correspondence, certificates, and reference material relating to Morrison's nursing career overseas during World War I and her service at Lampson Street School. Fonds also includes photographs relating to Morrison's overseas service.

The fonds consists of class photographs at Lampson Street School in Esquimalt, with teacher and some students identified.