Maine State Archives Collections
Collections at the Maine State Archives
To order reproductions of any of these materials from our holdings contact the Maine State Archives at 207-287-5790.
Guide to Using the Catalog
- How do I navigate the site? What are my options to Browse?
- How do I search for records?
- How can I best phrase my searches?
- How can I filter my search results?
- How do I request materials?
- How do I find digital copies of archival material?
- Does this catalog include all archival materials at Maine State Archives?
Search Our Holdings
To begin your search, check our online catalog. Use our guide to the catalog to help your search.
Many documents are available online, via the Maine State Archives Digital Maine repository.
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Research at the Maine State Archives
The Cultural Building, which houses the Maine State Archives (MSA), Maine State Library (MSL), and Maine State Museum (MSM), is currently closed to the public to allow significant upgrades to the facility’s mechanical systems. Learn more about the upgrades and visit our website for updates.
Maine State Archives
Welcome to the Maine State Archives
The Maine State Archives, a bureau within the Department of Secretary of State, maintains approximately eight miles of official State records considered to be permanently valuable. Our historical material includes documents such as the original state constitution, reported election results, legislative bills, and policies and research created by state agencies among much more. The Maine State Archives includes two divisions:
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The Department of the Secretary of State touches the lives of virtually every Maine resident. From safeguarding the original Maine State Constitution and preserving millions of precious historic documents, to conducting state elections and testing motor vehicle operators, the broad array of Department functions is unusual and interesting.
An Act to Limit Contributions to Political Action Committees That Make Independent Expenditures
Do you want to set a $5,000 limit for giving to groups that spend money independently to support or defeat candidates for office?
An Act Regarding Automotive Right to Repair
Do you want to require vehicle manufacturers to standardize on-board diagnostic systems and provide access to those systems and mechanical data to owners and independent repair facilities?