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== | ==Local History and Genealogy Collections== | ||
=== '''Books''' === | |||
* 929-929.5: Washington County records and obituaries | |||
* 929.1: Genealogy how-to books | |||
* 973-979: American, Oregon, and local history materials | |||
* 979.5: Hillsboro city directories, high school annual and history | |||
* 025.04: general online searching techniques | |||
* 352.387: public record research information | |||
=== '''Microfilm and Microfiche''' === | |||
* Hillsboro Argus: 1894-present | |||
* Hillsboro Independent: 1891-1931 | |||
* Forest Grove Independent: 1873-1874 | |||
* Indians, Navy, Revolutionary War and Civil War selected photos | |||
* Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps | |||
* Hillsboro: 1884-1921; other Wash. Cty. Cities: various dates | |||
* Oregon Vital Records: death, divorce, marriage (~1961-1998) | |||
==Services== | ==Services== | ||
''The Hillsboro Obituary Index is a database of obituaries found in the Hillsboro Independent, The Argus, the Hillsboro Argus, and the Hillsboro Tribune newspapers from 1894 to present. Note: the index is an ongoing project and may not be complete.'' | === [https://apps.hillsboro-oregon.gov/Obituary/Search.aspx '''Obituary Finder'''] === | ||
The Hillsboro Obituary Index is a database of obituaries found in the Hillsboro Independent, The Argus, the Hillsboro Argus, and the Hillsboro Tribune newspapers from 1894 to present. Note: the index is an ongoing project and may not be complete. | |||
=== [https://www.wccls.org/research/subject '''Online Genealogy Resources'''] === | |||
Your library card provides free access to online learning websites, job search support, genealogy, business development, and much more. | |||
'''Ancestry Library Edition (Note: in-library use only), including:''' | |||
* US Federal Census images and indexes (1790-1930) | |||
* 1000+ historical maps | |||
* Social Security Death Index | |||
* WWI draft registration cards | |||
* American Genealogical Biographical Index | |||
* Daughters of the American Revolution Lineage | |||
'''HeritageQuest Online''' | |||
Includes more than 25,000 genealogies, local histories, primary sources materials and local history serials. All materials are keyword searchable and can be downloaded and copied. | |||
'''Washington County Heritage Online''' | |||
Explore the heritage of Washington County through digitized photos. | |||
'''General Land Office Records''' | |||
Find Federal land conveyance records, including more than five million Federal land title records issued between 1820 and the present. | |||
'' | '''Oregon Historical Society Digital Records''' | ||
Explore Oregon’s history through the Oregon Historical Society’s digital collections. | |||
''If WCCLS does not own an item you would like to borrow, we can request it from another library for you. | === [https://www.hillsboro-oregon.gov/our-city/departments/library/borrow/interlibrary-loan-request '''Interlibrary Loan'''] === | ||
If WCCLS does not own an item you would like to borrow, we can request it from another library for you. | |||
* | *Items available through Interlibrary Loan include books, media, microfilm, and articles from magazines, newspapers, and journals. | ||
* | *Magazines, manuscripts, rare titles, and pre-1900 materials are generally not available. Microfilm or photocopies may be available. | ||
* | *The Library will first try to borrow items from libraries that lend free of charge. If a free source is not available, the cardholder will be notified and given an opportunity to decline the requested materials or pay the lending library fees. | ||
==Tips for Your Visit== | ==Tips for Your Visit== | ||
* Bring a flash drive or have an email account ready to save files from scanning. | |||
* Bring a list of names and dates of what you need - the more information to start with the better! | |||
* Printing costs 10 cents per page for black and white and 50 cents per page for color. | |||
* Staff are there to help! | |||
==Local Genealogical Societies and Museums== | ==Local Genealogical Societies and Museums== | ||
=== [https://gswco.org The Genealogical Society of Washington County] === | |||
''"The Genealogical Society of Washington County was formed from the Washington County, Oregon Family History Society. It is a group dedicated to promoting the study of genealogy and the preservation of family heritage."'' | ''"The Genealogical Society of Washington County was formed from the Washington County, Oregon Family History Society. It is a group dedicated to promoting the study of genealogy and the preservation of family heritage."'' | ||
[https://fiveoaksmuseum.org/ Five Oaks Museum] (previously called Washington County Museum) | === [https://fiveoaksmuseum.org/ Five Oaks Museum] (previously called Washington County Museum) === | ||
''"The Five Oaks Museum archives are an extensive collection of historic materials about Washington County, including manuscripts, images, maps, oral histories and rare books. The research desk is a service to help our community access and utilize these resources. Whether you’re an individual working on a genealogy project or researching a historic site or you’re a local business creating a historic display, we are here to help."'' | ''"The Five Oaks Museum archives are an extensive collection of historic materials about Washington County, including manuscripts, images, maps, oral histories and rare books. The research desk is a service to help our community access and utilize these resources. Whether you’re an individual working on a genealogy project or researching a historic site or you’re a local business creating a historic display, we are here to help."'' | ||
[[Category:FamilySearch Affiliate Libraries]] | [[Category:FamilySearch Affiliate Libraries]] | ||