Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research

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Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research
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Contact Information

E-mail: Email Reference Please use this form for genealogy and research questions.

Address:[1]

Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research
5300 Caroline St.
Houston, TX 77004-6896

Telephone:[1]  832-393-2600 or 832-393-2600

Hours and holidays:

Directions, maps, and public transportation:

Internet sites and databases:

  • Repository Internet site {create a link for each bullet, and then give a line or two listing content so the reader will know if it is worthwhile to click on that link}.
  • Repository catalog online.
  • Repository database.
  • other(s).

Collection Description

{Please briefly describe the strengths and weaknesses of each collection for genealogists (about two or three sentences for smaller collections).[2] For example, explain the collection size, who (which ethnic, political, or religious groups) are covered, dates covered, jurisdictions covered, record types available, significant indexes, and any noteworthy record loss or gaps.[3]}

Tips

  • Bring a sweater because it is often chilly.[1]
  • At Clayton Library we do have free parking available for users of the library. Lockers are available to place belongings in for the day. To rent a locker you will need a quarter which will be returned when you return the key. A snack area is available with vending machines and tables if you would like to take a break. We ask that all food and drink be consumed in the snack bar or patio. You are welcome to bring your lunch or you can visit one of the local restuarants. Free Wi-Fi is available inside the library and you are welcome to bring in your laptop and connect to the Internet. Public computers are available for research, you will need a Houston Public Library PowerCard or computer use card to access these.[1]

Guides

{Optional: Internet or guide books describing this collection for genealogists. }

Alternate Repositories

{ List (link to a Wiki article for) at least one or more other repositories that collect overlapping records, or similar family history material including central repositories, affiliated or branch repositories, higher level jurisdiction repositories, parent or daughter jurisdiction repositories. Also list neighboring repositories with similar records. Please briefly explain how each substitute repository is related.}

If you cannot visit or find a source at the Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research, a similar source may be available at one of the following.

Overlapping Collections

  • Alternate Repository {create link for each, and give line or two describing collection}

Similar Collections



Neighboring Collections


Sources

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 About the Library at Clayton Library Center for Genealogy Research (accessed 26 October 2013).
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The Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research is part of the Houston (TX) Public Library System