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How long do COVID-19 records need to be kept?

To provide guidance on the retention requirements for records related to the pandemic, we have created an advice sheet for state and local government agencies. More information

State Records Committee August 4 Meeting

There will be a State Records Committee meeting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, August 4, 2020. This open, public meeting will take place online. More information

Local Records Committee August 4 Meeting

There will be a Local Records Committee meeting at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 4, 2020. This open, public meeting will take place online. More information

Online Training

Washington State Archives offers a variety of records management training videos online.  More information

State Agency Records Retention Schedules

Records retention schedules for state government agencies are available online. More information

Local Government Records Retention Schedules

Records retention schedules for local government entities are available online. More information
NARA Seattle Building Closure
The Archives has received several requests for more information about the sudden decision to close and sell NARA's Seattle building. Please visit here to see all information we have at this point.

Grants Cirlce
Local Records Grant Program
To help local governments make better use of technology to improve their retention, management and disclosure of public records.

Out of the Archives
Out of the Archives Newsletters
Started in October 2013, the newsletter provides readers with helpful information on how to access and best use the collections of the Archives as well as stories of interest regarding what staff is working on and discovering.

Digital Archives
Digital Archives
Search for your ancestors in our collection of Washington Census and Naturalization Records at the Digital Archives.

Records Management Training
Records Management Training
Free workshops are available on a variety of records management topics including records management basics, electronic records, disaster preparedness and more.
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    Steve Excell, State Archivist

    Location: 1129 Washington Street SE Olympia

    Email State Archivist: [email protected]

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    Mail: PO BOX 40238
    OLYMPIA WA 98504-0238

    Telephone: (360) 586-1492

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