The Lithuanian Central State Archives (LCVA) holds one of the richest collections of official records, photographs, audio, and video materials related to 20th-century Lithuania. Its holdings cover the entire span of the Republic of Lithuania (1918–1940), the Klaipėda region, the Nazi and Soviet occupations, and the restored independence period beginning in the 1990s.
This archive is especially valuable for genealogical, historical, and audiovisual research. It includes state institution documents, diplomatic correspondence, regional administration files, and extensive collections of photos, films, and sound recordings dating back to the early 20th century.
Contact Information
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| lcva@archyvai.lt | |
| Phone | +370 5 247 7830 |
| Address | O. Milašiaus g. 21, LT-10102 Vilnius, Lithuania |
| Working Hours | Mon–Thu 8:00–17:00 Fri 8:00–15:45 |
| Website | archyvai.lt |
Common types of genealogy records include:
- Documents from the Republic of Lithuania (1918–1940)
- Nazi and Soviet occupation period records
- Klaipėda region administration documents
- Photographs (19th–21st century)
- Audio recordings from the early 1900s to today
- Documentary films and newsreels
- Interviews and testimonies of exiles, politicians, and cultural figures
…and more.
We have specialists working with this archive. If you need help accessing records there, feel free to contact us using the form.