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'''E-Mail Contacts''' | '''E-Mail Contacts''' | ||
Bryan L. Mulcahy - Librarian bmulcahy@leegov.com; | Bryan L. Mulcahy - Librarian '''bmulcahy@leegov.com'''; | ||
Carolyn Ford - Main Volunteer cford@leegov.com | Carolyn Ford - Main Volunteer '''cford@leegov.com''' | ||
The genealogy collection is housed in the Genealogy Room, part of the 2nd floor adult services area. The hours of operation are: | The genealogy collection is housed in the Genealogy Room, part of the 2nd floor adult services area. The hours of operation are: | ||
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Our genealogy collections are utilized by patrons from throughout the United States. The staff serves patrons via in-house visits and electronic queries. The Fort Myers Regional Library maintains the largest print genealogy and local history collection in Southwest Florida. Carol Weidlich, Past President of the Lee County Genealogical Society, has converted the Fort Myers Library’s Genealogy Shelf List to a searchable database by location and subject on the society website '''https://lcgsfl.org/libraryRecords.php<nowiki/>.''' | Our genealogy collections are utilized by patrons from throughout the United States. The staff serves patrons via in-house visits and electronic queries. The Fort Myers Regional Library maintains the largest print genealogy and local history collection in Southwest Florida. Carol Weidlich, Past President of the Lee County Genealogical Society, has converted the Fort Myers Library’s Genealogy Shelf List to a searchable database by location and subject on the society website '''https://lcgsfl.org/libraryRecords.php<nowiki/>.''' | ||
Patrons may contact Bryan L. Mulcahy or Carolyn Ford by telephone, letter, or e-mail bmulcahy@leegov.com or cford@leegov.com. Mr. Mulcahy is familiar with the contents of collections at Fort Myers and Pine Island Libraries. He can also discuss the resources held by various private genealogists, as well as the resources and services offered by local genealogical and historical societies within the states of Florida, Georgia, New York City, and Salt Lake City. | Patrons may contact Bryan L. Mulcahy or Carolyn Ford by telephone, letter, or e-mail '''bmulcahy@leegov.com''' or '''cford@leegov.com'''. Mr. Mulcahy is familiar with the contents of collections at Fort Myers and Pine Island Libraries. He can also discuss the resources held by various private genealogists, as well as the resources and services offered by local genealogical and historical societies within the states of Florida, Georgia, New York City, and Salt Lake City. | ||
Mr. Mulcahy also presents programs on a wide variety of topics pertaining to genealogical research. Information about genealogical programs can be found on the Lee County Library System website at https://www.leegov.com/library/services/genealogy. Please direct any programming queries or suggestions to Mr. Mulcahy. | Mr. Mulcahy also presents programs on a wide variety of topics pertaining to genealogical research. Information about genealogical programs can be found on the Lee County Library System website at '''https://www.leegov.com/library/services/genealogy'''. Please direct any programming queries or suggestions to Mr. Mulcahy. | ||
All genealogy programs conducted by the library system are held at the Fort Myers Regional Library Complex, South Building Meeting Rooms located at 1651 Lee Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901. Flyers announcing upcoming programs are posted on the Genealogy Room bulletin board, on Public Information Boards at all branches within the Lee County Library System, and online at https://www.leelibrary.net under the "program and events" icon. When on this page, click on the icon for Fort Myers Regional Library. You may also contact Mr. Mulcahy at bmulcahy@leegov.com to obtain a current listing of upcoming genealogy programs. All programs are free and open to the public but registration is required. | All genealogy programs conducted by the library system are held at the Fort Myers Regional Library Complex, South Building Meeting Rooms located at 1651 Lee Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901. Flyers announcing upcoming programs are posted on the Genealogy Room bulletin board, on Public Information Boards at all branches within the Lee County Library System, and online at '''https://www.leelibrary.net''' under the "program and events" icon. When on this page, click on the icon for Fort Myers Regional Library. You may also contact Mr. Mulcahy at '''bmulcahy@leegov.com''' to obtain a current listing of upcoming genealogy programs. All programs are free and open to the public but registration is required. | ||
Patrons seeking information about how to begin genealogical research may contact Bryan Mulcahy at bmulcahy@leegov.com or by phone at (239) 533-4626. Using the email option quickest way to reach Mr. Mulcahy. All mailed queries must be accompanied by a business size (long No. 10) stamped self -addressed envelope. For one-on-one assistance it is best to contact Mr. Mulcahy via e-mail or telephone at least three to five days prior to your visit and provide some date and time options that work for your schedule. Based on the options provided, Mr. Mulcahy, or one of the genealogy volunteers will contact you with a date and time confirmation. | Patrons seeking information about how to begin genealogical research may contact Bryan Mulcahy at '''bmulcahy@leegov.com''' or by phone at (239) 533-4626. Using the email option quickest way to reach Mr. Mulcahy. All mailed queries must be accompanied by a business size (long No. 10) stamped self -addressed envelope. For one-on-one assistance it is best to contact Mr. Mulcahy via e-mail or telephone at least three to five days prior to your visit and provide some date and time options that work for your schedule. Based on the options provided, Mr. Mulcahy, or one of the genealogy volunteers will contact you with a date and time confirmation. | ||
'''Collection Scope''' | '''Collection Scope:''' The Fort Myers Regional Library genealogy collection contains materials from all 50 states, and 55 foreign countries. The primary focus of the Fort Myers Regional Library collection includes states east of the Mississippi River, Canada, the British Isles, and the northwestern tier of Europe. | ||
The Fort Myers Regional Library genealogy collection contains materials from all 50 states, and 55 foreign countries. The primary focus of the Fort Myers Regional Library collection includes states east of the Mississippi River, Canada, the British Isles, and the northwestern tier of Europe. | |||
'''Collection Contents and Material Types:''' The Fort Myers Regional Library collection consists of the following holdings: | |||
1. Print material: 10,630 book titles. | 1. Print material: 10,630 book titles. | ||
2. Fort Myers News-Press (1884-present): 1,151 rolls of microfilm. | 2. Fort Myers News-Press (1884-present): 1,151 rolls of microfilm. | ||
3. Bonita Banner (Bonita Springs) 1959-1992 (microfilm) | 3. Bonita Banner (Bonita Springs) 1959-1992 (microfilm) | ||
4. Bonita Springs Extra 1981-1985 (microfilm) | |||
4. Bonita Springs Extra 1981-1985 (microfilm) | |||
5. IGI International Genealogical Index 1978 and 1992 editions (microfilm) NOTE: While the content may be seem dated, many researchers find this tool increasingly useful because the 1978 and 1992 microfilm editions include information that has never been added to the Family Search database for a variety of reasons. | 5. IGI International Genealogical Index 1978 and 1992 editions (microfilm) NOTE: While the content may be seem dated, many researchers find this tool increasingly useful because the 1978 and 1992 microfilm editions include information that has never been added to the Family Search database for a variety of reasons. | ||
6. New York Times (September 1851-present): 3,887 rolls of microfilm. | 6. New York Times (September 1851-present): 3,887 rolls of microfilm. | ||
7. Florida State Census of 1885: 13 rolls of microfilm. | 7. Florida State Census of 1885: 13 rolls of microfilm. | ||
8. Florida Federal Census 1830-1920: 100 rolls of microfilm. | 8. Florida Federal Census 1830-1920: 100 rolls of microfilm. | ||
9. New England Historical and Genealogical Register v.1-80: 27 rolls of microfilm, including an | |||
9. New England Historical and Genealogical Register v.1-80: 27 rolls of microfilm, including an index. | |||
10. Port of New York Passenger Lists, June-December 1869: 10 rolls of microfilm. | |||
11. International Genealogical Index – 1978 Microfiche Edition: 6,000 microfiche. | 10. Port of New York Passenger Lists, June-December 1869: 10 rolls of microfilm. | ||
12. Fort Myers News-Press Necrology Index – Compiled by the Lee County Genealogical Society: | |||
11. International Genealogical Index – 1978 Microfiche Edition: 6,000 microfiche. | |||
13. Genealogy and Local History Vertical File Cabinets: 1,000 + items. These cabinets contain | |||
12. Fort Myers News-Press Necrology Index – Compiled by the Lee County Genealogical Society: over 8,000 index cards. | |||
14. Over 400 + rolls of microfilm from Family Search that were in our possession when the rental | 13. Genealogy and Local History Vertical File Cabinets: 1,000 + items. These cabinets contain newspaper clippings, documents, and manuscripts, covering Southwest Florida and topics of genealogical interest worldwide. | ||
14. Over 400 + rolls of microfilm from Family Search that were in our possession when the rental program was cancelled in September 2017. These are on permanent loan to our branch since we | |||
are a designated Family Search Library Affiliate Family History Center. A copy of the | |||
inventory of this collection can be obtained by contacting Bryan L. Mulcahy via email at '''bmulcahy@leegov.com.''' | |||
Most of the genealogical materials in our print collection are considered secondary sources. Additional research in primary source records is recommended, and can be found in our databases such as Ancestry Library Edition, Family Search, Fold 3, and Heritage Quest. Our indexes and secondary sources provide information about requesting official records from courthouses or agencies that have jurisdiction over public access. | Most of the genealogical materials in our print collection are considered secondary sources. Additional research in primary source records is recommended, and can be found in our databases such as Ancestry Library Edition, Family Search, Fold 3, and Heritage Quest. Our indexes and secondary sources provide information about requesting official records from courthouses or agencies that have jurisdiction over public access. | ||
Examples of genealogy materials available for research include: | Examples of genealogy materials available for research include: | ||
1. Indexes to primary source records: | |||
1. Indexes to primary source records: a. Land records | |||
b. Vital records (births, marriages, divorces, and deaths) | |||
c. Military service and pension records | |||
d. Township, city, and state records (tax records, voter registrations, licenses) | |||
2. Bibliographies of holdings in genealogical research institutions in the U.S. and Europe. | 2. Bibliographies of holdings in genealogical research institutions in the U.S. and Europe. | ||
3. Published family histories. | 3. Published family histories. | ||
4. Historical maps and gazetteers for most states east of the Mississippi River, Canada, | |||
4. Historical maps and gazetteers for most states east of the Mississippi River, Canada,British Isles, Europe and Russia. | |||
5. Personal narratives of historical events. | |||
6. Selected genealogical periodicals. | 5. Personal narratives of historical events. | ||
7. Self-help books on specific genealogical research topics. | |||
8. Over 200+ research guides and outlines on a wide variety of topics for genealogists at all | 6. Selected genealogical periodicals. | ||
9. Information for contacting family associations, genealogical/historical societies, | 7. Self-help books on specific genealogical research topics. | ||
10. Subscription databases: Ancestry Library Edition, and Heritage Quest: Both databases are | 8. Over 200+ research guides and outlines on a wide variety of topics for genealogists at all levels of experience. | ||
9. Information for contacting family associations, genealogical/historical societies, organizations, and repositories, both local and worldwide. | |||
10. Subscription databases: Ancestry Library Edition, and Heritage Quest: Both databases are available at every branch within the Lee County Library System. Heritage Quest is available | |||
via remote access from home provided the user has a valid Lee County Library System library card. Fold 3, which specializes in military research is only available at Fort Myers Regional Library. | |||
The secondary resources in our genealogical collections provide researchers with the contact information necessary to access primary records and documents from the jurisdiction where their ancestors resided. The information usually includes the fee structure, forms, and the address, fax, or telephone information needed to process the request. The library can also borrow genealogical materials from other libraries nationwide via our Inter-Library Loan Department. Further details on Inter-Library Loan will be discussed later in this study guide. | The secondary resources in our genealogical collections provide researchers with the contact information necessary to access primary records and documents from the jurisdiction where their ancestors resided. The information usually includes the fee structure, forms, and the address, fax, or telephone information needed to process the request. The library can also borrow genealogical materials from other libraries nationwide via our Inter-Library Loan Department. Further details on Inter-Library Loan will be discussed later in this study guide. | ||
Patrons may view a copy of the genealogy collection shelf list on the Lee County Genealogical Society website http://www.lcgsfl.org/libraryRecords.php or visit the Genealogy Room at Fort Myers Regional Library. | Patrons may view a copy of the genealogy collection shelf list on the Lee County Genealogical Society website '''http://www.lcgsfl.org/libraryRecords.php''' or visit the Genealogy Room at Fort Myers Regional Library. | ||
Research Assistance: Research assistance is free but available by appointment only. For further information, contact Bryan L. Mulcahy at '''bmulcahy@leegov.com''' or via telephone at (239) 533-4626. | |||
The Fort Myers Regional Library accepts research queries and photocopy requests from patrons by telephone, fax, postal mail, or e-mail. Queries received by mail must be accompanied by a business size stamped self-addressed envelope. Queries by e-mail or fax will also require an SASE be mailed to the library unless the sender is satisfied with an electronic response. | The Fort Myers Regional Library accepts research queries and photocopy requests from patrons by telephone, fax, postal mail, or e-mail. Queries received by mail must be accompanied by a business size stamped self-addressed envelope. Queries by e-mail or fax will also require an SASE be mailed to the library unless the sender is satisfied with an electronic response. | ||