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DATABASES

Who are your ancestors? With access to more than three billion names, you might discover long-lost ancestors. This database includes U.S. Federal Census Records from 1790 through 1930, the Immigration Collection of New York, San Francisco Passenger Lists, New York Petitions for Naturalization and much more. Included are Massachusetts City Directories and City Directories for many other locations.

The New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS), founded in 1845, is the nation's oldest and largest genealogical society with a research library of over 200,000 volumes. If you have New England ancestors, or are interested in genealogical research of any kind, you will find that NEHGS is an important resource for helping you achieve your research goals.

The website provides extensive online resources, including databases, how-to articles, research columns, bibliographies, free queries, and discussion groups. You may also browse through the online book catalog for New England, New York, and other regions.

What is Cyndi's List?  A categorized & cross-referenced index to genealogical resources on the Internet.  A list of links that point you to genealogical research sites online.  A free jumping-off point for you to use in your online research.  A "card catalog" to the genealogical collection in the immense library that is the Internet.  Your genealogical research portal onto the Internet.

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the Government agency that helps preserve our nation's history by overseeing the management of all Federal records. Many documents are available online for researching historical topics or genealogy.

From the Library of Congress, simple instructions as well as links to more comprehensive information for preparing, protecting, and preserving many types of family treasures, including documents, books, photographs, textiles, furniture, and audiovisual materials. Includes information on damage from water, smoke and mold.