Genealogy & Local History
The library offers records, maps, databases, microfilm tools, local history collections, classes and one‑on‑one help to support your genealogy and family history research.
About the Kathrine Shackley Room
Visit the Kathrine Shackley Room on the first floor for local history and genealogy. Explore books, newspapers, maps, databases, microfilm and digital tools for family history research, including access to FamilySearch records and the unique Boyd-Huff Arlington Heights Collection.
The library’s Genealogy & Local History Librarian is available for one-on-one appointments to help you with your local history and genealogy questions.
Genealogy Resources
Genealogy Resources by Subject
Genealogy Resources by Subject
Genealogy Online Learning
Genealogy Online Learning
- Watch Genealogy 101 for the basic steps of genealogy research and how to use online resources to learn more about your family’s past.
- Gale Courses offers an instructor-led, six-week Genealogy Basics course. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
- Family History Online Learning Center offers hundreds of free, archived classes for all skill levels. Topics range from beginner basics to advanced research techniques, presented by expert speakers. Classes are available in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Chinese and more.
- RootsTech, an annual genealogy conference, provides recorded lectures.
Genealogy & Local History Resources
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