Links to Libraries

Links to many other resources for doing genealogy research. Click on Research on the Home page and then select Genealogy for a wealth of information.

Whether you want to join DAR or not, its resources may help in your genealogical research. While closed, users may access digital collections and microfilm, microfiche, CDs, manuscripts, and file case collections. Also a good resource for how to get started in genealogy. Search for ancestors in the patriots' files.

The Oxon Hill branch houses the Sojourner Truth Room, which "offers resources on the African American incorporated towns of Prince George’s County and a fine research collection on African American history." Also from the library's website: "A library card or other identification may be necessary for accessing some materials. A scanner and photocopy machine are available." The Greenbelt Branch houses the library of the Prince George's Historical Society in the DeMarr Room. Access is on Saturdays; call ahead to verify access. Online Resources provide online free access to Heritage Quest and Freedmen's Bureau. Ancestry.com is available at the library only. Members may log in to view more information on PGCMLS under Handouts.