State archives of the Canton of Basel-Stadt

The State Archives of Basel-Stadt is an archive in Basel that holds about 24 kilometers of materials, including documents, photographs, plans, films, and audio recordings from government and private sources. The collection documents the administrative history and social development of the canton over long periods.

The archive holds materials dating back several centuries that document the administrative history of the canton. The collections include records that accumulated as Basel-Stadt developed into a trading center and cultural metropolis.

The archive holds materials that show how Basel-Stadt developed over generations and how its institutions functioned. Visitors can see which decisions shaped the city and how people lived and worked here.

The reading room is open Tuesday to Friday from 09:00 to 18:00 and visitors must register upon arrival. Advance notice is recommended if you plan to request specific materials.

The archive holds construction plans and technical drawings that show how the cityscape changed over time. These materials make it possible to trace which buildings were erected, modified, or demolished.

Location: Basel

Location: Basel-Stadt

Address: Martinsgasse 2

Email: stabs@bs.ch

GPS coordinates: 47.55853,7.58884

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:21