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Archives collect and preserve original documents of organizations, such as churches or governments. Libraries generally collect published sources such as books, maps, and microfilm. This section describes England’s major repositories of genealogical and historical records and sources. | Archives collect and preserve original documents of organizations, such as churches or governments. Libraries generally collect published sources such as books, maps, and microfilm. This section describes England’s major repositories of genealogical and historical records and sources. | ||
If you plan to visit one of these repositories, | If you plan to visit one of these repositories, check well in advance on their website for details about the collection, hours they are open, services, fees, and whether you need to book in advance. You should also find out if you need a “reader’s ticket” (a paper indicating you are a responsible researcher) and details of how to obtain one. | ||
Remember, the Family History Library may have printed or microfilmed copies of the records you need. | Remember, the Family History Library may have printed or microfilmed copies of the records you need. | ||
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[http://www.bl.uk British Library] | [http://www.bl.uk British Library] | ||
British Library | British Library Newspapers<br>Colindale Avenue,<br>London NW9 5HE<br>England<br> | ||
'''Guildhall Library.''' | '''Guildhall Library.''' | ||
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Guildhall Library<br>Aldermanbury<br>London EC2P 2EJ<br>England | Guildhall Library<br>Aldermanbury<br>London EC2P 2EJ<br>England | ||
[http://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/Corporation/LGNL_Services/Leisure_and_culture/Libraries/City_of_London_libraries/guildhall_lib.htm Guilhall Library] | |||
The Guildhall Library also has Lloyd’s Marine Collection (see the “Merchant Marine” article) and London city parish registers. | The Guildhall Library also has Lloyd’s Marine Collection (see the “Merchant Marine” article) and London city parish registers. | ||