Compiled by reference specialists at the Library of Congress, this guide identifies key print and online resources for pursuing family history, as well as state, county and municipal historical …
· This Illinois State Archives database is searchable by name or company, unit, and residence. The transcripts of the records may include a soldier's physical description, …
Browse Illinois State Archives and regional depository collection indexes. Research the history of your ancestors in Illinois. Search Illinois State …
The Illinois Digital Heritage Hub is a portal to digital primary source materials contributed by archives, historical societies, libraries, and museums from around the state of Illinois, and is a …
· Archives have the responsibility of preserving the historical records — our heritage — while allowing reasonable access to them. In the past few years, posting original records online …
Welcome to the Illinois State Genealogical Society! As part of our mission, we aim to make archives, libraries, and other repositories easier to access and …
The Illinois State Genealogical Society was organized in October 1968 under the guidance of the late Lowell M. Volkel (1936-1992), an archivist at the Illinois State Archives.
Enter your ancestor's name below and we'll search obituaries to help you learn more. The history of Illinois can be retold in great detail while exploring our …
Illinois boasts a diverse tapestry of cultures, histories, and ancestral lines that trace back hundreds of years. From its Indigenous communities and early French explorers to waves of European …
Illinois Heritage is published six times per year and is available as a benefit of membership in the Illinois State Historical Society. A subscription to Journal …
Where a family came from and all of the traditions, customs and more that have been passed down from generation to generation make up a family’s heritage. Explore artifacts that your family has from previous generations.
· To find links to collections on the county level, use the county Wiki pages. Some subscription websites listed below can be searched for free at a FamilySearch center or FamilySearch affiliate library. For United States nationwide collections, go to the United States OnlineGenealogyRecords page.
