King County Archives

Government records are essential for increasing government transparency and protecting the rights of all people. King County Archives is dedicated to preserving and providing access to records of enduring historical value. Archives holds historically relevant records created by King County government officials, employees, and agencies. Records range from County Council meeting minutes, County Executive orders, photographs, reports, maps, and project files.

Records at Other Agencies

Archives holds many King County records, but not all of them. For example, we don't hold name change records, divorce decrees, birth and death certificates, or court case files. Visit our Records at Other Agencies page for more information about documents held by other offices and how to access them.