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Local heritage
Shoalhaven Library's Local heritage collection provides a valuable source of information on the history and development of the Shoalhaven. The Local Heritage Library is open to visitors Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 4.30 pm. You can come to Nowra Library to visit, telephone (02) 4429 3713 or email if you require any further information.

The collection includes an extensive range of books, images, maps and local newspapers and is an invaluable resource for:
  • School students
  • University and TAFE students
  • Business people
  • Family historians 
  • Historical researchers
  • Local community groups
Due to the valuable nature of the heritage material kept in the Local Heritage Library the main collection is only available at Nowra Library. Our trained and experienced staff are available to assist you with your enquiries, but are unable to conduct prolonged or ongoing research.  Photocopies can be made of most materials.

Donations

Donations of both historical and contemporary material relating to the Shoalhaven are always welcome.  If you would like more information about donating to this collection please contact the Library.

Back issues of newspapers

Nowra Library holds back issues of many local newspapers both in print form and on microfiche.  We also have the Local Newspaper Index (new page) where you can search online for articles that we hold.   

Links to resources

Check out our Nowra Local Studies Delicious page (new window) for some great links to local history resources.

Catalogue
Use the online library catalogue (new window) to search for items. Renew items and more from the Member Services section using your membership number on your library card.
Library catalogue

Events
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