Online Resources

Resource Type

Ancestry Library Edition

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Ancestry Library Edition provides patrons instant access to a wide range of resources for genealogy and historical research. Only available while in the Library.

Family Search

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FamilySearch.org houses the largest library of free genealogy records with over 3.3 billion records and over 12 billion names. This resource is free, but requires account registration.

Fold3 by Ancestry

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Fold3 Historical Military Records features premier collections of original military records. These records include the stories, photos, and documents of those who served in the military. Only available while in the Library.

Heritage Quest

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HeritageQuest Online is a comprehensive treasury of American genealogy sources—rich in unique primary sources, convenient research guides, interactive census maps, and more.

Historic Elburn Newspapers

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This collection contains local newspaper issues dating back to the 1800’s. This newspaper archive can also be searched in order to find local obituaries.