Mission Statement
The State Archives Division of the Office of the Secretary of State preserves and keeps accessible state government records deemed by statute, records schedule or archival appraisal to have continuing value. The goal of the Archives is to provide evidence of key government transactions and to document the core functions and activities of government. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition and preservation of state government records generally, and executive, legislative, and election records in particular.
The Archives shall cooperate with and assist state institutions, political subdivisions, and individuals engaged in archival management and historical research. The Archives may offer advice on questions associated with access to public records. The primary statutory authority for the State Archives can be found in 3 V.S.A. §117 and in the broader requirements of Article VI, Chapter I of the Vermont Constitution for the accountability of the government officials to the public.
