The audio history collection inludes tape recordings of North Eastern people from all walks of life. Since much of our heritage is preserved only in people's memories it is essential that we record as much of this information before it is lost. This includes recording historical facts, family information, stories, dialects, songs and music.

The audio history collection has been digitised and is now accessible via the search room computers.

The audio files below have been taken from a few of the many recordings made since 1970, when the audio collection was begun. Click on the links at the bottom of the page to search the collections in store, and to arrange a visit.