Genealogy and Local History Resources
Ancestry Library Edition
Delivers billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more. The Library subscribes to Ancestry Library, a free edition of Ancestry.com that is available inside the Library, using a Library computer or a personal computer.
Family Search Affiliate Library
Inspiring people everywhere to connect with their family—across generations. The Library is a FamilySearch Affiliate Library. Expanded access to their genealogical resources is available inside the Library, using a Library computer or a personal computer.
One-on-One Genealogy Help
Are you looking for extra help with your genealogy search? You can schedule an appointment with our resident expert, Jessica Winum, Reference & Technology Librarian, and she can provide individual assistance. To make an appointment, click here.
Genealogy Classes & Groups
Genealogy Research Roundtable
Get together with others who are interested in family tree research. Stumped? Other attendees and a Library staff member can help you find what you are looking for. Just starting out? Attendees will be glad to show you the tools you need to begin your journey. New members are always welcome.
Meeting the third Saturday of every month from 10 am to noon on the second floor of the library. For more information contact Jessica at 315-789-5303 ext. 102 or [email protected]. See our calendar for the date of the next meeting.
Microfilm Reader
Coming to the library to do research? Call us on the day to reserve our microfilm reader, complete with scanning, printing, and collage features.
The Library has microfilm reels of the Finger Lakes Times, Geneva Daily Times, & Geneva Gazette newspapers from
1806 to 2019.
New York Digital Heritage Collection
A portal for learning more about the people, places and events that contributed to the making of New York State.
In collaboration with Historic Geneva, the Library digitized the majority of the Geneva City Directories and made them available through NY Heritage. The Library has also digitized and uploaded some historic photos of the city of Geneva.
For more local resources online: OWWL Local History Resources
And don’t forget to ask Historic Geneva for more help.