1945-Present

Fonds and Collections:

• The FAO was created in 1945.
• The subjects covered by the Organization are: Agriculture, Food and Nutrition , Rural Development, Plant Production and Protection, Animal Production and Health, Agricultural Machinery, Agro-Industries, Agro-Forestry, Forestry, Fisheries, Sustainable Development, Statistics, Agricultural Economics.
• Historical archives
• Inactive paper records
• Confidential personnel files
• Financial, Personnel records + Contribution files, Conference and Council records
• Audio-visual material

How to access:

• The FAO Archives are available for consultation by researchers of FAO member countries at their request and based on their research priorities.
• The request can be sent at : archives@fao.org
• Please note that typically access to the FAO Archives is for one week.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 9.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.

Fonds and Collections:

• Archives of the Secretaries-General
• Archives of Secretariat Department
• Archives of Field Missions

• Archives of Predecessor Organizations

The archives of other important organizations created by the United Nations are also included:

• International Penal and Penitentiary Commission 1893-1958
• United Nations Information Organisation (UNIO) 1940-1945     
• United Nations Temporary London Office  1941-1947     
• United Nations War Crimes Commission (UNWCC)  1943-1948     
• United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration (UNRRA)   1943-1948     
• United Nations Conference on the International Organization (UNCIO)   1944-1945  
• United Nations United Nations Emergency Force (UNEF)1956-1967   
• Chinese National Relief and Rehabilitation Agency (CNRRA)   1945-1947            
• Preparatory Commission for United Nations  1945-1958
• International Refugee Organization (IRO)

How to Access

• The Archives are located near the United Nations Headquarters on the east side of Manhattan, New York City. The exact address will be provided to you once you have registered for an appointment.
• Before visiting, researchers must contact the Archives at arms@un.org
• Be advised that there is often a wait list for seats.
• More information here

Opening Hours

Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.