For the OHNY tour of the Surrogate’s Courthouse this year Municipal Archives staff member Mr. Matt Minor will share his extensive knowledge of the building history, including the years-long approval process in the early 20th century. His fact-filled tour will provide information on the mosaic ceiling in the entry-way and the elaborate architectural details throughout the building.
Construction of the space in Industry City was completed in 2021. The $22 million state-of-the-art facility was the city’s most significant investment in its Archives since the establishment of DORIS in 1977. Visitors will be struck by the vast size of the space. This is not surprising, given the Municipal Archives’ status as one of the largest repositories of government records in North America. The tour will also feature many of the collections stored in the facility—Board of Education, Criminal Courts, and Vital Records to name just a few.
