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Papua New Guinea
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Preserving Our Nation’s History

Explore rare manuscripts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of Papua New Guinea.

Access Knowledge Anywhere

Browse our digital library and archives online from the comfort of your home.

Support Education and Research

Find resources, publications, and archival materials to enhance learning and research initiatives.

Celebrate Papua New Guinea’s Heritage

Discover exhibitions, events, and collections that showcase the nation’s rich cultural legacy.

General Collections

The PNG Collections at the Office of Library and Archives (OLA) showcase and preserve the rich documentary, cultural, and historical heritage of Papua New Guinea. These collections provide access to a wide range of materials that reflect the nation’s governance, society, culture, and history, supporting research, education, and public knowledge.

Key Features of PNG Collections:

  1. Government Records
    Official documents, reports, and correspondence from national and provincial government offices, preserved for accountability and historical reference.
  2. Historical Manuscripts
    Rare manuscripts, letters, and archival records that document the social, political, and cultural history of Papua New Guinea.
  3. Books and Publications
    Locally published books, research papers, magazines, and periodicals that provide insight into the country’s development and heritage.
  4. Photographs and Visual Archives
    Photographic collections capturing events, communities, and landscapes that tell the story of Papua New Guinea’s past and present.
  5. Audio-Visual Materials
    Recordings, oral histories, and films that preserve traditional knowledge, cultural practices, and national events.
  6. Digital Collections
    Digitized materials available through the E-Library platform, making PNG’s documentary heritage accessible to researchers and the public online.

OLA is committed to preserving, protecting, and promoting Papua New Guinea’s national heritage, ensuring that the PNG Collections remain accessible and informative for future generations.