Home > History and Archives History and Archives The History and
Archives (The Arizona State Archives), a division of the Arizona
Secretary of State, is the archives for Arizona State
Government. The State Archives is mandated by law to collect,
preserve and make available to the public and all branches of
government, permanent public records, historical manuscripts,
photographs and other materials that contribute to the
understanding of Arizona history. Records at the State Archives
are available to the public in accordance with the Arizona
Public Records Act and agency rules. All records are open for
use except those specifically restricted by law. The Division
offers reference assistance on-site, by telephone, mail or
email. The State Archives, located at the Polly Rosenbaum
Archives and History building 1901 West Madison, Phoenix, AZ, is
open Monday thru Friday. Research at the Arizona State Archives
The Arizona Collection features many materials generally not
available elsewhere. The book collection cove