The ODHS archival records provide evidence of the structures, policies, decisions, people, businesses and operations and events throughout Oliver’s history. The archives is vital in documenting and preserving the history of Oliver and surrounding area.
The ODHS archives stores material related to local individuals, families, business groups, organizations and more. Below is a general list of our holdings.
Letters
Diaries
Manuscripts
Newspapers
Genealogical information
Family papers
Oral and video interviews
Histories of local heritage buildings
Photograph collection (7,000+)
Maps
Building plans
Architectural drawings
Our Research Library is free of charge to use, with complementary wifi and a quiet work spaces. Access to our Vault requires staff permission.
We offer professional archival services and can assist with research in-person or remotely. Refer to our fee structure here.
If you want more info, email us here
Oliver ArchiveS
Location: 430 Fairview Rd., Oliver BC
Hours: Tues. - Fri. 10am - 1pm, year-round
The ODHS Archives acquires, collects, preserves, and makes accessible records pertaining to the history of Oliver and area, including the former gold mining settlements of Camp McKinney and Fairview.
View a current selection of items from our ephemera collection by clicking the button above. The collection includes local event programs, historical reports on Fairview, and orchard fruit labels from Oliver’s history.
This initiative is made possible through generous support from UBC and the Digitized Okanagan History program.
The local Oliver Chronicle Newspaper is digitized and you can read about the latest gossip and other interesting events from 1937-2010
PLEASE NOTE: If you have a very specific research project, or require the services of our archivist, we suggest you contact us ahead of time, so we can serve you better
