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Town Clerk Services /  Archival Research Center

The Town of Amherst Archival Research Center is under the direction of the Town Clerk's Office. Historic collections documenting the organization, administration and the functions of the town of Amherst government have been preserved.

Questions regarding these collections and public access can be directed to the Town Clerk's Office at (716) 631-7021.

The Archival Research Center is located in the Harlem Road Community Center, 4255 Harlem Road, Amherst NY 14226 (by appointment only).

About Amherst

The Town of Amherst was established in 1818 and celebrated its 200th Anniversary in 2018. The town has a geographical area of 53.6 square miles and a population of greater than 122,000.

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  • Address:
    Municipal Building (Town Hall)
  • 5583 Main Street
  • Williamsville, NY 14221