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Visitor Information

The Westchester County Archives and Records Center is located at 2199 Saw Mill River Road, Elmsford, NY 10523. We have directions by car, train, and bus. The Archives offices are open:

  • Monday through Friday, except government holidays
  • 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Archives is handicapped accessible. Parking is free.

Also located at our facility in Elmsford are the Westchester County Historical Society, whose collections are also available in the Archives Reading Room, and the Greater Hudson Heritage Network.

Reading Room: Due to scheduling constraints, beginning on August 1st, 2025, the Archives Reading Room will be temporarily closed until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please contact us with research queries.

We are still available to assist you over the phone (914) 231-1500 or by doing the Research By Mail if you are unable to visit us in person. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

County Employees: For departmental research requests, Westchester County employees should call us at (914) 231-1500 for an appointment.

Groups and tours: Groups planning to visit should review our Groups and Tours information to set up an appointment.

And don’t forget to check with the Westchester County Office of Tourism before planning your trip to Westchester County for information on accommodations, attractions, dining and more to get the most out of your trip. There are no food service facilities available at the Archives, but many reasonably priced delis and restaurants are within easy access by car or bus.