Research
Our Collections
The Bainbridge History Museum (BHM) has been collecting historical documents, photographs, artwork, and artifacts for decades! Spanning thousands of items, our collections capture the unique experiences of people on Bainbridge Island.
You can now view some of these collections materials online! Check back each month as more of our collections are made available here.
Research Library
Hello! Sign up for an appointment in the Research Library by following the instructions provided.
Library Hours. The Research Library is open by appointment only.
Library Resources. The BHM Resource Library includes books, copies of BI public records, and print archives with information about Island people, places, and events. Researchers also have access to the BHM Collection Database. BHM staff will provide a brief orientation to the library resources so that researchers can work independently.
Sign-up. To set up a research appointment, please contact Lindsay Ogles, Director of Exhibits and Engagement, at lindsay@bainbridgehistory.org.