Our local history collections hold many unique items of Westmeath interest. We are at an early stage in digitising some of this material, both for preservation purposes and to facilitate easier public access for researchers and students. Why not visit the Local Studies Department in Mullingar Library or the Aidan Heavey Public Library in Athlone to view the following items on computer:
• Estate maps (mainly Mullingar / East Westmeath)
• Sale of Mullingar
• Grand Juries of Westmeath
• Book of Survey and Distribution
• Westmeath Register of trees 1784-1916
In the meanwhile, you may browse some snapshots of our local history, with narratives and images on: