Genealogy, Local History & Family History Research

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The library houses a collection of Local History books that may be of interested to researchers. On public library computers, we also offer Ancestry Library Edition for free. If you need assistance with local history research or using Ancestry, please call ahead so one of our staff can make time to work with you. 

The SPL also offers Fold3 (for military records) and Newspapers.com (Northeast). Fold3 and Newspapers.com can be accessed from your home computer with your Southwick Public Library card. If you need assistance, please let us know! 

Click here to view an updated list of items in our Local History Collection. 

The following links may be helpful in your research:

Atlas of Historical Geography of the United States

The Boston Public Library has tons of resources and materials to help you get started in your research.

Ellis Island Immigration Records

Find a Grave- search local cemeteries and cemeteries across the country.

HeritageQuest Online

Massachusetts State Archives

National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)

Southwick Historical Society, Inc.