State archives of the canton of Valais
State archives of the canton of Valais, Cantonal archive in Sion, Switzerland.
Description
The State Archives of the Canton of Valais is a memory institution in Sion that preserves historical documents, official records, manuscripts, maps, and photographs. The collections are housed in the Les Arsenaux building and span centuries of regional documentation.
History
The archives were established to document the administrative history and social development of the Canton of Valais. Since its founding, it has preserved detailed records of regional changes and how governance evolved over time.
Culture
The collections include documents in French and German, reflecting how communication and record-keeping evolved in the bilingual region. Walking through the materials, you can see how both languages shaped the canton's administrative life.
Practical
Visitors should arrange an appointment to access the extensive collections of primary source materials. The archive is located at Rue de Lausanne 45 in Sion and requires advance planning for your visit.
Did you know?
The archive earned recognition as a Class A Swiss cultural property of national significance, placing it among the country's most important memory institutions. This classification reflects its role in safeguarding regional heritage for future generations.
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