Genealogy Research
Dig into your roots. You never know what you might uncover with our online research resources.
If you are researching your family tree or need genealogy support, we can help! In partnership with the Johnson County Genealogical Society, we can assist you as you explore Johnson County:
- Marriage records
- Cemetery information
- Index of obituaries
- Digitized photos
- Digitized newspapers
- And links to much more
Genealogy Research and Resources
Online genealogy research resources give you access to photographs, maps, historical journals, records like census information, immigration and passenger lists and so much more.
American Ancestors
Historical journals, records and more for genealogy research with emphasis on the Northeast. Only available at the Central Resource Library.
Ancestry Library Edition
Collections of census and vital records, immigration and passenger lists, periodicals and books, photos and more. In-Library use only.
FamilySearch (Affiliate Library Access)
Collections of historical records and images, plus guides and tools to research your family tree. In-Library use provides expanded access.
Fold3 Library Edition
Millions of military records, photos and personal documents spanning hundreds of years. Powered by Ancestry.
American Ancestors
Historical journals, records and more for genealogy research with emphasis on the Northeast. Only available at the Central Resource Library.
Ancestry Library Edition
Collections of census and vital records, immigration and passenger lists, periodicals and books, photos and more. In-Library use only.
FamilySearch (Affiliate Library Access)
Collections of historical records and images, plus guides and tools to research your family tree. In-Library use provides expanded access.
Fold3 Library Edition
Millions of military records, photos and personal documents spanning hundreds of years. Powered by Ancestry.
JoCoHistory Obituary Index
Citations for obituaries from local newspapers dating from the late 19th century to the present.
JoCoHistory Collections
Historical photographs, newspapers, maps and more documenting Johnson County from the 19th century to the present.
HeritageHub
A collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1704 to today.
HeritageQuest Online
Collections designed for researching family history with emphasis on American heritage.
JoCoHistory Obituary Index
Citations for obituaries from local newspapers dating from the late 19th century to the present.
JoCoHistory Collections
Historical photographs, newspapers, maps and more documenting Johnson County from the 19th century to the present.
HeritageHub
A collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1704 to today.
HeritageQuest Online
Collections designed for researching family history with emphasis on American heritage.
From Our Genealogy Experts
Preserve and digitize your family memories—photos, films, and documents—with expert help at the JCGS Memory Lab, and schedule one-on-one support for your genealogy research.
Digitize Memories
Memory Lab Sessions
Digitize and preserve your family photos, slides, 8mm movies, VHS tapes and documents in the JCGS Memory Lab at Central Resource Library.
Genealogy Guidance
One-on-One Genealogy Help
For those who need a little extra help, we offer free one-on-one sessions in person at Central Resource Library or via Zoom. Details »