Module 3: Local Resources Tutorials
Here are some quick tutorials on how to best understand and make use of the collections and services available to genealogy researchers at physical repositories.
Libraries and Archives
Not everything you need can be found online. Here's how libraries and archives can help. [Captions available, or view a transcript Links to an external site.] [Download slides Links to an external site.] (5:08)
Directory of State Libraries
Links to an external site. - Institute of Museum & Library Services
Directory of State Archives and Historical Societies Links to an external site. - National Archives
Primary and Secondary Sources
What are primary and secondary sources? How can each help your research? [Captions available, or view a transcript Links to an external site.] [Download slides Links to an external site.] (3:50)
Where Did They Live?
In genealogy, location is everything! Here are some things to keep in mind when researching your ancestors' geography. [Captions available, or view a transcript Links to an external site.] [Download slides Links to an external site.] (3:26)
Atlas of Historical County Boundaries - Newberry Library
Links to an external site.
North Carolina County Formation - State Library of North Carolina Links to an external site.
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