The Genealogy Division has developed over time to become one of the largest collections of family history information in the Midwest. The collection includes 40,000 printed items (family histories, indexes to records, how-to books, cemetery transcriptions, family history magazines, and more) as well as microfilmed federal census records, Indiana county records, passenger lists, and military pension information. The collection includes hundreds of CDs with family history information. The emphasis of the collection is on Indiana and bordering states, as well as eastern and southern states.

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Ask the Genealogy Division

Patrons can visit the Indiana State Library to research their ancestors, or they can write, call, or e-mail their questions about the collections to the staff of the Genealogy Division. Before sending a question, please check the Frequently Asked Questions page. Groups can arrange for tours or visits to the Indiana State Library's Genealogy Division as well. On Wednesday afternoons, volunteers from local chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution are available to assist patrons who are researching their lineage.

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