Our library has several family histories and we would love to show you these materials. We always welcome additional families to our collection, to be on hand for others looking for this information. Below are several links to local people, organizations and state records. Some, which are noted, will only give you a free-trial period and then ask that you pay for a subscription to their service. Most of our links do give you free information or contact people who would be glad to help you in your quest for information.
FamilySearch is the largest genealogy organization in the world and has the largest collection of genealogical and historical records in the world. Millions of people use FamilySearch records, resources, and services each year to learn more about their family history.
Tracing one’s ancestry, known as genealogy, has become a popular activity in the U.S. In previous decades, it was somewhat difficult to conduct efficient research, however these online resources help to make research much easier and informative.
The Monroe County, Tennessee Archives serves the public by providing access to public holdings and records. These records can provide family relationships, places of residence, occupations and other family history information.
Nelle Jo Stakely is an excellent source of County records, history and Genealogy. When writing to her, please include a self addressed, stamped envelope and make your request as to what records you are looking for.
The Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System (CWSS) is a database containing information about the men who served in the Union and Confederate armies during the Civil War. The CWSS is a cooperative effort between the National Park Service and several public and private partners whose goal is to increase Americans' understanding of this decisive era in American history by making information about it widely accessible.
The TNGenWeb Project is part of the national USGenWeb Project and is the home of a network of volunteers working to provide you with genealogical & historical content for each of Tennessee's 95 counties. At the TNGenWeb Project you will find many FREE resources to help you in your genealogy & family history quest.
Genealogy Resources for Researching Your Family's Background Kiwi Searches is designed to help you find public record information and connect with others
Ancestry helps you understand your genealogy. Only Ancestry can tell such a rich story, with unique features that give a more complete picture of a person.
Quickly and simply search more than 11.4 billion photos, yearbooks, newspapers, census and military records with Archives to get information about your ancestors.
MyHeritage is the leading global destination for discovering, preserving and sharing family history. Our platform and DNA kits make it easy for anyone, anywhere to embark on a meaningful journey into their past and treasure their family stories for generations to come. Our powerful technology does the searching for you, revealing fascinating new details about your family history — effortlessly.
New York City History: Ellis Island A great article on Ellis Island covering the history, its significance, and how to study genealogy through Ellis Island records.