Archivio di Stato di Palermo, State archive in central Palermo, Italy.
Description
The Archivio di Stato di Palermo is a state archive in central Palermo that holds extensive collections of civil registers, administrative files, and historical documents. The holdings span from the Norman period onward and include land records, notarial documents, and court files from different eras.
History
The archive was founded on February 11, 1814, when Sicily underwent administrative reorganization following the Napoleonic period. Its creation was part of a broader reform of governance systems in this part of Italy.
Culture
The archive holds documents that show how ordinary life in Sicily unfolded across centuries, from family records to property deeds. These materials reflect how society changed and how people managed ownership, kinship, and inheritance.
Practical
Visitors who want to view documents should schedule an appointment in advance and can then access family records, land registers, and notarial documents. It helps to know beforehand what type of documents you are looking for to make your research on site more efficient.
Did you know?
The archive holds military records and court documents that document transitions between different ruling systems in Sicily. These materials show how political upheavals affected administration and justice.
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