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''[[Principles of Family History Research|Principles of Family History Research ]] > [[Obtain and Search the Records|Step 4. Obtain and Search the Records ]] > [[ | ''[[Principles of Family History Research|Principles of Family History Research ]] > [[Obtain and Search the Records|Step 4. Obtain and Search the Records ]] > [[Obtain_the_Records|Obtain the Records]]'' | ||
When you selected a record (in Step 3), you may have learned at which library or archives the record is located. | When you selected a record (in Step 3), you may have learned at which library or archives the record is located. | ||
Genealogical information can be found in libraries, archives, public and private offices and in various publications. You may visit or write to the repository or send a friend, family member, or paid researcher to search the records. | Genealogical information can be found on the internet, in libraries, archives, public and private offices and in various publications. You may visit or write to the repository or send a friend, family member, or paid researcher to search the records. | ||
== Internet Resources == | |||
There are many resources on the internet that you can review from the comfort of your own home. Some are free and some charge for searching and viewing the images. | |||
A list to get you started can be found here, though there are many other websites and resources available as well: | |||
*[http://www.progenealogists.com/top50genealogy2011.htm 50 Most Popular Genealogy Websites for 2011] | |||
== Family History Library == | == Family History Library == | ||
The [[Family History Library]] in Salt Lake City has the largest collection of genealogical information in the world. Even if you did not use the [[Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog|Family History Library Catalog]] to select your records, many of the records you select are likely available through the library and its branch centers. For more details about the library's services and resources see the FamilySearch Internet site, click [https://library.familysearch.org/centers/saltlakecity-library here.] | The [[Family History Library]] in Salt Lake City has the largest collection of genealogical information in the world. Even if you did not use the [[Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog|Family History Library Catalog]] to select your records, many of the records you select are likely available through the library and its branch centers. For more details about the library's services and resources see the FamilySearch Internet site, click [https://library.familysearch.org/centers/saltlakecity-library here.] | ||
If the microfilm or microfiche you wish to view at the Family History Library is located at the "vault," you can now order it into the library before you come to visit. Use the [https://film.familysearch.org/fhl FamilySearch Microfilm Ordering] website for the Family History Library. Instructions on how to order the films can be found on [[Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche from a Family History Center|Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche From a Family History Center]]. | If the microfilm or microfiche you wish to view at the Family History Library is located at the "vault," you can now order it into the library before you come to visit. Use the [https://film.familysearch.org/fhl FamilySearch Microfilm Ordering] website for the Family History Library. Instructions on how to order the films can be found on [[Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche from a Family History Center|Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche From a Family History Center]]. | ||
== Family History Centers == | == Family History Centers == | ||
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Make friends with librarians and archivists. Being nice to the staff at a library or archives often pays big dividends. | Make friends with librarians and archivists. Being nice to the staff at a library or archives often pays big dividends. | ||
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Many libraries will ''not'' lend family histories. Some rental libraries (described below) include family histories in their circulating collection. One public library with an extensive collection of genealogical material that does make them available on inter-library loan is— | Many libraries will ''not'' lend family histories. Some rental libraries (described below) include family histories in their circulating collection. One public library with an extensive collection of genealogical material that does make them available on inter-library loan is— | ||
:[[Mid-Continent Public Library Midwest Genealogy Center|Midwest Genealogy Center]]<br> | :[[Mid-Continent Public Library Midwest Genealogy Center|Midwest Genealogy Center]]<br> | ||
:Mid-Continent Public Library<br> | :Mid-Continent Public Library<br> | ||
:3440 S. Lee's Summit Road<br> | :3440 S. Lee's Summit Road<br> | ||
:Independence, MO 64055-1923<br> | :Independence, MO 64055-1923<br> | ||
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Strive to see the most original record with your own eyes. Never fully trust records selected or copied by someone else because they may have been overlooked something important. | Strive to see the most original record with your own eyes. Never fully trust records selected or copied by someone else because they may have been overlooked something important. | ||
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Cache Genealogical Library. ''Handbook for Genealogical Correspondence''. Rev. ed., Logan, UT: Everton Publ., 1974. (FHL book 973 D27hk) | Cache Genealogical Library. ''Handbook for Genealogical Correspondence''. Rev. ed., Logan, UT: Everton Publ., 1974. (FHL book 973 D27hk) | ||
For contact information and addresses use search engines like Google or Yahoo, or see—<br> | For contact information and addresses use search engines like Google or Yahoo, or see—<br> | ||
"Societies and Groups Index" at Cyndi's List at http://www.cyndislist.com/society.htm [accessed 8 April 2008]. | "Societies and Groups Index" at Cyndi's List at http://www.cyndislist.com/society.htm [accessed 8 April 2008]. | ||