Getting started - more...
Whether you are a first-time visitor, student, academic or genealogist, we can help you with your research both online and in our Reading Room.
Archives held in the National Archives - more...
The National Archives holds the records of the modern Irish State which document its historical evolution and the creation of our national identity.
Research guides and articles - more...
The guides to sources, together with articles based on our holdings, consist of introductions to some of our archival collections.
Search the archives
How to search the databases - more...
The National Archives has a selection of searchable resources to help you find references to the records you require.
Databases - more...
To carry out a search of records relevant to your area of interest, please click on the databases categorised below. The database pages consist of a brief introduction and description of the collection contents together with the search facility which is located at the top of each page.