All libraries hold a collection of basic local history texts and resources relevant to their own area. A complete local collection is housed in Falkirk Library.
The collection holds historical directories of the area, works by local authors, local organisations and information on the industrial history of the Falkirk Council area. There is a wealth of information on the iron industry and canals. The library also holds the Council minutes from the Burgh Councils to the present Falkirk Council.
Newspapers
Local newspapers, such as the Falkirk Herald, Grangemouth and Falkirk Advertisers and Bo’ness Journal are held on microfilm. Falkirk Library also holds the back issues of the Falkirk Mail.
Maps
Local libraries hold historical maps of their own area with Falkirk Library holding a more complete collection of Ordnance Survey maps from 1860 onwards. There are also some examples of earlier maps.
Archive material
Archival material and photographs are held by Falkirk Museum at Callendar House.