Genealogy

Summary

Find info about your heritage with genealogy resources available at Madison Public Library

Publication date

Fri, 08/23/2019 - 13:45

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Wisconsin Historical Society

Madison Public Library offers some local genealogy resources, but serious researchers will find many more resources at the Wisconsin Historical Society.

Library Research Tools

Links to Madison Area History resources, including some genealogy information
Obituary Information

The library subscribes to some databases for genealogists. Start with Ancestry Library or Heritage Quest, but the others may also be able to help you.

Library Databases

Ancestry Library

Find out more about your family tree by searching Ancestry Library. | more info »

This resource is only available inside Madison Public Library locations.

HeritageQuest

HeritageQuest provides access to genealogy records and books, including census data, local histories, Freedman's Bank, tax rolls, cemetery lists, military rosters, and more. | more info »

This resource is available to all library users via BadgerLink.

Wisconsin Historical Society Family History Records

The Wisconsin Historical Society has partnered with Ancestry to provide free access to selected Wisconsin government records for family history research. | more info »

This resource is available to all library users via BadgerLink.

Genealogy Websites

Family Search

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides FamilySearch free of charge to everyone, regardless of tradition, culture, or religious affiliation. | more info »

Forest Hills Cemetery Burial Records search

In 1857, the City of Madison purchased a tract of land with a lovely view overlooking the entire city and the surrounding lakes. Even today, this tree-lined cemetery, located on Speedway Road, retains an original park-like atmosphere with winding roads and flowerbeds. | more info »