Limestone County Archives

Limestone County Archives Preserving the legacy of Limestone County The Archives is the official repository for records produced by various county departments.

These departments include the Probate Court, Circuit Court, Revenue Commission, County Commission, Board of Education and Board of Registrars. It also contains personal family histories, family photographs, periodicals, and microfilmed newspapers. Browse our records at www.limestonearchives.com. Records dating before 1900 include the following:

• Deeds
• Wills
• Marriages
• Court Cases
• Tax

Blanks
• Plat Books
• Voter Registrations
• School Census

A support group called the Friends of the Archives focuses on maintaining a small library and collecting material pertaining to Limestone County. They also are the publishing arm of the archives. Visit their site at facebook.com/friendsofthearchives.

05/29/2026

Archives News: The Limestone County Archives will be closed Monday, June 1, in observation of the state holiday celebrating Jefferson Davis's birthday. We hope you all have a great weekend!

05/29/2026

Extra! Extra! Read all about it in today’s issue of the Decatur Daily!

We’re thrilled to celebrate our newest exhibit, One Family–Three Visions, featuring the artwork of Douglas, Susan, and Jennifer Diehl.

Join us for the opening reception and meet the artists on Friday, May 29, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. We can’t wait to share this special exhibit with you!

Article by Catherine Godbey
Photos by Jeronimo Nisa

05/29/2026

Can't wait to kick off our summer library programs next week! Each summer, in addition to coordinating Alabama History Institutes, our education staff host FREE interactive programs for children ages 4-12 at participating public libraries across Alabama.

This year’s theme, Lasting Impressions: Fossils & Artifacts, introduces students to the fields of archaeology and paleontology. Participants can learn about the difference between fossils and artifacts, read from Yu-ri Kim's book "Fossils Tell Stories", and even try a hands-on excavation activity!

See the locations list in the comments to find a program at a library near you!

05/29/2026

Join Main Street Alabama and Christy Anderson, National Register & Easements Coordinatorat the Alabama Historical Commission, as they discuss Historic Preser...

05/29/2026

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $266,660 grant to the city of Athens for road improvements at the site of a future supermarket that will employ 100 people. The city will use the funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission to make improvements at the intersection of West Elm Street a

05/29/2026

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Address

102 W Washington Street
Athens, AL
35611

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+12562336404

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