Materials in the Local History & Genealogy Collection do not circulate, and some more specialized items require an appointment to view.
If you would like to request access to a specific item(s) in the Local History Room please fill out the form below.
Clubs and Classes
Genealogy Club is about members helping members. Our members have a range of experience, from rank beginners to certified genealogists. We meet on the second Wednesday of the month (with the exception of August) from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
Genealogy classes are typically held once a month on a variety of topics to get you started on your genealogy journey or assist you with your research. Upcoming genealogy classes can be found on our Calendar of Events. For more information, contact Ginny at newtonpublicservices@minlib.net.
Books
Some great books recommended by our librarians for getting started with your genealogy research.
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American Ancestors (NEHGS)
Genealogy databases, articles and other resources. This database is in-library use only.
Ancestry Library Edition
Includes U.S. Census Records from 1790-1940, the Immigration Collection of NY, San Francisco Passenger Lists, and more. Tips on Using Ancestry can be found here. This database is in-library use only.
FamilySearch
Discover your family’s story through historical records. As a FamilySearch Affiliate Library, Newton’s access includes more than 400 million additional images and name indexes. Get started by creating a free account.
Magazines
All genealogy-related magazines are located in the Special Collections room.