Historian Room

City Historian’s Room contains a collection of historical records and data pertaining to the City of Watertown. This room is staffed by volunteers, who come in once a week, and will assist with any research. If you have a research request, please email the details of your research topic to cityclerk@watertown-ny.gov.

Research Material Available

  • Over 350 notebooks on subjects pertaining to the Village and City History 
  • Maps, news clippings, photos and postcards 
  • Village and City Directories dating back to 1840 
  • Books on New York State and Jefferson County


For more information about Watertown’s History, please visit our Watertown History page or visit the website of the Jefferson County Historical Society


General Information
Phone Numbers
(315) 785-7780
Fax: (315) 785-7796
Emergencies: Dial 911
Location
245 Washington St.
Watertown,
NY
13601