Archives
Look back in time. Better understand Florida's past. Gain insight into decisions that help shape Florida's future. All of this can be accomplished by exploring records of the Florida Legislature, which document the experience of both lawmakers and their constituents. The Florida Legislative Research Center & Museum seeks to preserve this history and helps future generations learn about life in our times.
Located at the Historic Capitol, the Florida Legislative Research Center & Museum collects, maintains, and provides public access to important manuscript collections, artifacts, and other archival materials. Collections include the personal papers of some Florida lawmakers and other individuals who have influenced legislation in Florida.
Patrons are encouraged to contact the archives by mail, phone, or email at:
Florida Legislative Research Center & Museum
at the Historic Capitol
400 South Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1100
(850) 410-2230
info@flrcm.gov
Donate Documents to FLRC&M
Can I Donate Copies & Keep My Originals?
Just as museums prefer to collect original artifacts rather than reproductions, the FLRC&M prefers original records to copies. FLRC&M researchers prefer originals both for their readability and to ensure themselves of the integrity of the materials they are studying.
The FLRC&M can provide you free of charge with photocopies or microfilm of any small collection that you donate, or copies of selected materials from any large collection that you donate. In exceptional cases, the FLRC&M will accept high-quality copies of very significant materials should a donor be unable to part with the originals.
How Can I Donate My Papers to the FLRC&M?
You can call, write or e-mail the FLRC&M to discuss donating your historical records. You can make an appointment to bring your materials for review to the FLRC&M, located at the Historic Capitol, or send copies to the FLRC&M for evaluation. You will be asked to sign a Deed of Gift transferring to the FLRC&M legal custody of any records you donate and any copyright interests you hold in the records, thus allowing the FLRC&M to make the records fully accessible to the public for historical research.
Florida Legislative Research Center & Museum
at the Historic Capitol
400 South Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1100
(850) 410-2230
info@flrcm.gov