Many of us are interested in researching our family history. Not only do we have an extensive collection of resources in the Genealogy and Local History room here at the library, but the State Library of Kansas has online databases we can use! We can help you get started with a new Kansas Library Card.
What do you need to get started?
Kansas Library Card – Learn About them!
What’s available from the State Library’s Website?
History & Genealogy
Need help to get started?
History & Genealogy Help
- African American Family Research – Two-part guide that gives you tips on where to start, what to look for, and how to continue your research.
- Ancestry Anne’s Top 10 Search Tips – Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced search tips to improve your search results.
- Creating Timelines That Produce Answers – How making and using timelines with your research results can help you expand your searches and organize your findings.
- Fold3 LibGuide
- HeritageQuest LibGuide
Once you have your Kansas Library Card, you can use it for research, to learn a new language, search auto repair manuals, and so much more!