Visit the largest public genealogy research library in America! No long lines. Close to home. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Easy to use. The Genealogy Research Center in Fort Wayne has it all. Staffed by professional genealogists, the Fred J. Reynolds Historical Genealogy Department at the Allen County Public Library offers free services for both the beginning and advanced researchers. Browse through thousands of completed family trees, view hundreds of thousands of files on microfilm, and access the Salt Lake City holdings all from an easy-to-use computer in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
When you arrive at the genealogy research center, you may want to begin by watching the free video on how to get started and by picking up a map. If you need more help, just ask one of the professional staff genealogists. They'll gladly assist you in every stage of your research - professionally, efficiently and free of charge. In fact. you won't pay a penny for any of the research services at the genealogy research center.
Available resources:
- Thousands of completed family histories
- Census records - including the 1930 Census
- Excellent collection of Civil War and military records
- Extensive passenger lists
- U.S. local records
- Large holding of records from other countries
- Numerous city directories
- Periodicals
- Vital Records
- Comprehensive Computer Database
- Extensive collections from Canada, the British Isles, Germany, Ireland and many other countries