Berkeley History Room Open Hours @Central

Whether you're trying to find a long-lost Berkeley relative, learn the date your house was built, or simply interested in Berkeley's rich history, come check out the Berkeley History Room! All are welcome, even to just browse our unique collection of books, newspapers, clipping files, posters, maps, photographs, City documents, and more. We are happy to help with any Berkeley-related research questions! A few of the most common research subjects include: Ancestral and genealogical research Housing and architectural research Social, political, and cultural history and movements Famous Berkeleyans Businesses and commerce Berkeley neighborhoods City Government history and records Transit history in Berkeley Obituary searches To visit outside of open hours, please make an appointment by calling 510-981-6100 (and asking to speak with someone from the History Room) or by emailing . To learn more about common research topics and collection highlights, visit the Berkeley History Room webpage.