New Register House, National archive building near Princes Street in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Description
New Register House is an archive building in Edinburgh designed to hold Scottish records and documents in a distinctive domed structure. The building features multiple levels of storage space organized to accommodate researchers and visitors seeking historical information.
History
Construction took place between 1859 and 1863 to create an archive that would complement the earlier General Register House next to it. The Italian-influenced design was chosen to fit with the surrounding architectural character of Edinburgh.
Culture
The repository maintains half a million volumes of Scottish birth, death, and marriage records, including documents from notable figures like Robert Burns and David Livingstone.
Practical
The building provides search rooms where visitors can access historical documents and records. It helps to plan your visit in advance and check what specific materials you want to consult.
Did you know?
The collection organizes its materials by color across multiple levels, with each color representing a different type of record. This color-coded system helps researchers navigate quickly through the vast holdings.
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