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==Description of Collections== | ==Description of Collections== | ||
The Seattle Public Library’s Genealogy Collection is one of the largest in the Pacific Northwest. There are two genealogy librarians available to assist with research. We offer tours of our collection as well as free classes on genealogical research. You can use our online databases, schedule 30-minute appointments with a genealogy librarian or visit our Genealogy Collection to find out about your family’s roots. | ===='''Overview'''==== | ||
The Seattle Public Library’s Genealogy Collection is one of the largest in the Pacific Northwest. The library collects genealogical materials to enable Seattle area residents to research family histories without leaving Seattle. | |||
There are two genealogy librarians available to assist with research. We offer tours of our collection as well as free classes on genealogical research. You can use our online databases, schedule 30-minute appointments with a genealogy librarian or visit our Genealogy Collection to find out about your family’s roots. | |||
The Genealogy Collection dates from 1926 and has grown to become a nationally recognized collection. The Collection at The Seattle Public Library is the largest and primary genealogy resource in Washington State. | The Genealogy Collection dates from 1926 and has grown to become a nationally recognized collection. The Collection at The Seattle Public Library is the largest and primary genealogy resource in Washington State. | ||
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Electronic genealogical resources are selected to provide access to a broad range of unique materials, which may not otherwise be readily available to Seattle area researchers. | Electronic genealogical resources are selected to provide access to a broad range of unique materials, which may not otherwise be readily available to Seattle area researchers. | ||
'''Accessibility''' | ===='''Accessibility'''==== | ||
The Genealogy Collection and services are developed for the free use of Seattle residents and others who come to use our resources. It is a non-circulating reference collection available for use in the Central Library; however, genealogy handbooks, guides, and resources relating to social and historical context are also available in the circulating collection. Genealogy Staff and Reference Services Staff are available to assist patrons with the use of these materials. | The Genealogy Collection and services are developed for the free use of Seattle residents and others who come to use our resources. It is a non-circulating reference collection available for use in the Central Library; however, genealogy handbooks, guides, and resources relating to social and historical context are also available in the circulating collection. Genealogy Staff and Reference Services Staff are available to assist patrons with the use of these materials. | ||
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[https://cdm16118.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/ Digital Projects] are undertaken to promote and preserve collections and make the materials available in electronic formats. These digital collections and our electronic genealogical resources are available to the public 24 hours a day so that patrons can access them at any time. Some highlights from our digital collection: | [https://cdm16118.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/ Digital Projects] are undertaken to promote and preserve collections and make the materials available in electronic formats. These digital collections and our electronic genealogical resources are available to the public 24 hours a day so that patrons can access them at any time. Some highlights from our digital collection: | ||
* ''The Jewish Transcript,'' 1924 to 1971 with more planned; digitized in partnership with the [https://www.jewishinseattle.org/ Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle]. | *''The Jewish Transcript,'' 1924 to 1971 with more planned; digitized in partnership with the [https://www.jewishinseattle.org/ Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle]. | ||
* Seattle Genealogical Society Bulletin, 1952-2001; digitized in partnership with the [https://seagensoc.org/ Seattle Genealogical Society]. | *Seattle Genealogical Society Bulletin, 1952-2001; digitized in partnership with the [https://seagensoc.org/ Seattle Genealogical Society]. | ||
===='''Collection Growth'''==== | |||
Materials including print, non-print, and electronic formats are acquired within the scope of this collection statement through purchases using operating funds and gift funds (from the Seattle Public Library Foundation and from individuals and local genealogy related organizations), and through material donations. | Materials including print, non-print, and electronic formats are acquired within the scope of this collection statement through purchases using operating funds and gift funds (from the Seattle Public Library Foundation and from individuals and local genealogy related organizations), and through material donations. | ||
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==Services== | ==Services== | ||
===='''Reference Service'''==== | |||
The Seattle Public Library has two experienced genealogy librarians to help library patrons both with their on-site and remote research. They are available to help with using the collection, instruction on the equipment at the library (microfilm readers and scanners/copiers), and with genealogy questions of all kinds. | |||
We often get asked for obituary look-ups. We find many obituaries using subscription databases and online sources, and we're happy to search these for anyone who asks. Unfortunately, Seattle obituaries from about 1985 to 2003 are often only available on microfilm, and we're only able to conduct microfilm searches for Seattle Public Library cardholders. | |||
We have two databases to access many Seattle obituaries through - Seattle Times Historical Archives (STHA) and America's GenealogyBank. Both of these can be accessed remotely with a Seattle Public Library card and PIN. STHA is the digitized Seattle Times (1895-1984) and America's GenealogyBank includes the following time frame for both papers for obituaries: | |||
*Seattle Times Seattle 1/6/1985 – Current | |||
*Seattle Post-Intelligencer Seattle 1/1/1986 – Current | |||
The Genealogy Collection is not a circulating collection. We are happy to look-ups in our print collection and able to scan a small number numbers of pages to send over email or physical mail. We do have a small number of materials that we are able to loan out through Interlibrary Loan; but we can often save you the trouble and cost of that service by doing a scan or copy for free. | |||
For genealogy assistance, please contact us by email through the library’s email web form: https://www.spl.org/using-the-library/ask-us | |||
===='''Classes and tours'''==== | |||
We offer tours of the Central Library’s genealogy section, collection and services. Each tour offers an overview of the collection and ways to search the online catalog and other resources. Ready for a deep dive? You can take free classes on Genealogy: Getting Started which provides an overview and examples to guide you in beginning family history research, or Genealogy: Databases and the Internet, which teaches how to use our online resources. Search [https://www.spl.org/event-calendar?trumbaEmbed=search%3Dgenealogy%26-index our event calendar] for upcoming genealogy classes. | |||
For tours, please contact us by email through the library’s email web form: https://www.spl.org/using-the-library/ask-us | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
The Genealogy Collection at the Seattle Public Library began 1926. The [https://seagensoc.org Seattle Genealogical Society] (founded in 1923), was seeking a location for the materials that they were collecting. Local lineage organizations soon joined the Society and Library in the efforts to develop the Genealogy Collection. | The Genealogy Collection at the Seattle Public Library began 1926. The [https://seagensoc.org Seattle Genealogical Society] (founded in 1923), was seeking a location for the materials that they were collecting. Local lineage organizations soon joined the Society and Library in the efforts to develop the Genealogy Collection. | ||
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In 1998 the City of Seattle passed a bond measure that provided for the replacement of the Central Library building. The new building, which provides open stacks for most of the collections, known as the Books Spiral, opened in the spring of 2004. Darlene Hamilton was involved in the building program planning as it relates to the Genealogy Collection and reorganizing of that Collection in preparation for the move into this new facility. The opportunity to provide better access to the growing Collection in a new facility will fulfill one of Darlene’s dreams for the Genealogy Collection of the Seattle Public Library. | In 1998 the City of Seattle passed a bond measure that provided for the replacement of the Central Library building. The new building, which provides open stacks for most of the collections, known as the Books Spiral, opened in the spring of 2004. Darlene Hamilton was involved in the building program planning as it relates to the Genealogy Collection and reorganizing of that Collection in preparation for the move into this new facility. The opportunity to provide better access to the growing Collection in a new facility will fulfill one of Darlene’s dreams for the Genealogy Collection of the Seattle Public Library. | ||
Today, the Genealogy Collection is part of the library’s Special Collections department which includes the [https://www.spl.org/hours-and-locations/central-library/central-library-highlights/seattle-room Seattle Room]. | Today, the Genealogy Collection is part of the library’s Special Collections department which includes the [https://www.spl.org/hours-and-locations/central-library/central-library-highlights/seattle-room Seattle Room]. Today, there are two full-time Genealogy Librarians at the Seattle Public Library, John LaMont and Mahina Oshie (who joined the department in 2011). | ||
==Tips for Your Visit== | ==Tips for Your Visit== | ||
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====Doing Research==== | |||
*Have some basic information about your family, including names, dates and places. You may even want to start a pedigree chart and bring that in. There are many free options online but we’re also happy to provide them for you. | |||
*Make a research plan by deciding what specific information you would like to find during your visit. | |||
*Ahead of your visit, check the [https://seattle.bibliocommons.com/dashboard library catalog] or ask us for assistance in locating materials you would like to use. | |||
*Bring a USB drive to save your (free) scans | |||
====The Space==== | |||
*The Genealogy Collection is on Level 9 of the [https://www.spl.org/hours-and-locations/central-library Central Library]. | |||
*Equipment on Level 9: | |||
**4 microfilm reader machines; print or save to USB drive (not internet access on these) | |||
**1 flatbed scanner | |||
**2 copier/scanners; copy for a small fee. You can also print from your own device on our Wi-Fi network. | |||
**3 dedicated computer terminals with database and FamilySearch.org access | |||
**2 library catalog computers with database access | |||
**1 accessible internet terminal (time limit) | |||
*There is free Wi-Fi in the building | |||
*Restrooms: | |||
**We have single-occupant all-gender restrooms, multi-stall single-gender restrooms and multi-stall single-gender children’s restrooms. | |||
**Restrooms are located on Levels 1, 3, 4, and 7. | |||
*Food and drink: | |||
**Consuming beverages from lidded containers is permitted throughout the Library. Lidded containers include covered coffee, water, soda and juice cups, glass and plastic beverage bottles and beverage cans. | |||
**Infants may be nursed or fed from bottles in any area of the Library. | |||
**The Chocolati coffee cart on Level 3 offers a variety of coffee drinks, hot chocolate, baked goods, chocolates and sandwiches. | |||
**There are tables designated for eating on Level 3 near the Fifth Ave. entrance. | |||
*We do not have study rooms and meeting rooms are available for a fee. <nowiki>https://www.spl.org/using-the-library/reservations-and-requests/reserve-a-room/central-library-meeting-rooms</nowiki> | |||
====Getting here==== | |||
The Central Library occupies an entire city block with entrances on 4th Ave (Level 1) and 5th Ave (Level 3). [https://www.spl.org/hours-and-locations/central-library/central-library-highlights/central-library-parking Paid parking] is available in our underground parking garage. | |||
====Groups==== | |||
We have many societies, clubs, and groups of friends come to the library to spend time researching with the collection. You are very welcome to bring your group in to tour and use the collection. We are always happy to give a tour or orientation to your group. Please contact us ahead of time if you would like to schedule a tour or orientation. Please contact us by email through the library’s email web form: https://www.spl.org/using-the-library/ask-us. You can also reach us by phone during our desk hours (see above section) at 206-386-4636, ask for Genealogy. | |||
==Other Western Washington Resources== | |||
*[https://archseattle.org/office-or-ministry/archives-and-records-management/ Archdiocese of Seattle Archives & Records], Seattle, WA | |||
*[http://www.akcho.org/ Association of King County Historical Organizations], Seattle, WA | |||
*[http://www.blackdiamondmuseum.org/ Black Diamond Historical Museum], Black Diamond, WA | |||
*[https://eastsidegenealogicalsociety.org/ Eastside Genealogical Society Library], Bellevue, WA (in the Bellevue Branch of the King County Library System) | |||
*[http://www.fiskelibrary.org/ Fiske Genealogical Foundation Library], Seattle, WA | |||
*[http://www.gsswi.org/index.shtml Genealogical Society of South Whidbey Island], Whidbey Island, WA | |||
*[http://www.kenthistoricalmuseum.org/ Kent Historical Society], Kent WA | |||
*[http://www.hqrl.com/ Heritage Quest Research Library], Sumner, WA | |||
*[https://www.kingcounty.gov/about/contact-us/locations/Administration.aspx King County Administration Building], Seattle, WA | |||
*[http://www.kingcounty.gov/operations/archives.aspx King County Archives,] Seattle, WA | |||
*[https://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/clerk.aspx King County Courthouse], Seattle, WA | |||
*[http://www.kcll.org/ King County Law Library], Seattle, WA (in the King County Courthouse) | |||
*[https://www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/vital-statistics.aspx King County Vital Statistics], Seattle, WA (in the Ninth & Jefferson Building) | |||
*[http://www.nps.gov/klse/ Klondike Gold Rush Museum], Seattle, WA | |||
*[https://locations.familysearch.org/en/search LDS FamilySearch Centers] | |||
*[https://mohai.org/ Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI)], Seattle, WA | |||
*[http://www.archives.gov/pacific-alaska/seattle/index.html National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)], Seattle, WA ''*Building has been slated for [https://www.archives.gov/press/press-releases/2020/nr20-37 closure and sale]; no date determined'' | |||
*[http://www.naamnw.org/ Northwest African American Museum (NAAM)], Seattle, WA | |||
*[http://www.nwseaport.org/ NW Seaport/Maritime Heritage Center], Seattle, WA | |||
*[https://olygensoc.org/about.php Olympia Genealogical Society], Olympia, WA | |||
*[http://www.trainmuseum.org/ Pacific NW Railroad Museum], Snoqualmie, WA | |||
*[https://psgsociety.org/ Puget Sound Genealogical Society], Port Orchard, WA | |||
*[https://www.pugetsoundnavymuseum.org/ Puget Sound Navy Museum], Bremerton, WA | |||
*[https://seagensoc.org/ Seattle Genealogical Society], Seattle, WA | |||
*[https://www.seattle.gov/cityarchives Seattle Municipal Archives (SMA)], Seattle, WA (on the 3rd floor of Seattle's City Hall) | |||
*[https://skagitvalleygenealogy.org/ Skagit Valley Genealogical Society], Burlington, WA (in the Burlington Public Library) | |||
*[http://www.skcgs.org/library.html South King County Genealogical Society], Auburn, WA (in the Auburn Branch of the King County Library System) | |||
*[http://suquamishmuseum.org/ Suquamish Museum], Suquamish, WA | |||
*[http://www.lib.washington.edu/suzzallo/ Suzzallo and Allen Libraries], Seattle, WA (University of Washington Campus) | |||
*[https://www.tpcgs.org/ Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society], Tacoma, WA | |||
*[http://www.tacomahistory.org/ Tacoma Historical Society], Tacoma, WA | |||
*[http://www.tacomapubliclibrary.org Tacoma Public Library], Tacoma, WA | |||
*[http://www.trlib.org Timberland Regional Library, Olympia], WA | |||
*[http://www.secstate.wa.gov/archives/ Washington State Archives], Olympia, WA | |||
*[http://www.secstate.wa.gov/library/ Washington State Library], Tumwater, WA | |||
*[https://www.digitalarchives.wa.gov/ Washington State Archives - Digital Archives] | |||
*[http://www.secstate.wa.gov/archives/archives_puget.aspx Washington State Archives Puget Sound Regional Branch], Bellevue, WA; on the campus of Bellevue College | |||
*[http://www.secstate.wa.gov/archives/ WA State Archives Regional - other Branches] | |||
*[http://www.wshs.org/ Washington State Historical Society], Tacoma WA | |||
*[http://www.wrvmuseum.org/ White River Valley Museum], Auburn, WA | |||
*[http://www.wingluke.org/ Wing Luke Asian Museum], Seattle, WA | |||
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