The Division manages the State Library and Archives, supports public libraries, directs records management services, and is the designated information resource provider for the state of Florida.
The State Archives of Florida collects, preserves and makes available for research the historically significant records of the state, as well as private manuscripts, local government records, photographs and other materials that complement the official state records.
Anyone interested in learning about Florida history, government and people through original records can use our collections and resources.
Access information about our collections through our online catalog.
Learn how to search our online catalog.
From January 9 to February 28, 2020, we are hosting the exhibition Underwater Innovations: The Florida Springs Photography of Bruce Mozert.
The exhibit will feature underwater photographs taken by Mozert at Silver Springs during the 1950s while he was employed there.
The State Archives of Florida accessioned the Bruce Mozert Collection (N2018-20) in 2018. The collection contains approximately 25,000 negatives, thousands of prints and hundreds of films. A selection of Mozert’s photographs have been digitized and made available on Florida Memory.
Photo: Underwater models with “Greetings from Silver Springs” sign, ca. 1955.
Upcoming Saturday hours (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) are:
Contact us at [email protected] to request a tour, workshop or presentation for your group, agency or organization.
The State Archives of Florida collects, preserves and makes available for research the historically significant records of state government, as well as private manuscripts, local government records, photographs and other materials that complement the official state records.
Discover what the State Archives collects and what we do with our collections, or read our official Collection Development Policy (PDF).
Learn how you can support our mission and programs.
Learn how Florida’s State Historical Records Advisory Board (SHRAB) helps support the preservation of our state’s documentary heritage.
Find laws and rules regulating the State Archives and Florida’s public records.
Read our Electronic Records Program Policy (PDF) to learn our approach to preserving and providing access to historical records created in electronic form.
For more information or assistance, contact us at:
R.A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
850.245.6719
[email protected]
Many of these resources and programs are funded under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Florida's LSTA program is administered by the Department of State's Division of Library and Information Services.
Ron DeSantis, Governor
Laurel M. Lee, Secretary of State
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