One of the more frustrating moments in research is when a genealogist contacts a historical society about governmental records. Connecticut’s historical societies don’t typically hold governmental records (although some have ended up with records through transfers, dumpster diving and more)… How can they help with your genealogy research?
- Reference assistance: The Historical Society of Glastonbury librarian can answer questions on Mondays.
- References for historical context: Old Saybrook Historical Society provides a history of Old Saybrook.
- Published genealogies: Windsor Historical Society maintains a collection of genealogies concerning Windsor families.
- Records of past genealogists: Lyme Public Hall Archives holds research from deceased genealogists.
- Architectural surveys: Easton Historical Society has a link to the architectural survey they commissioned here.
- Old photos: The New Hartford Historical Society has digitized some of their photos.
- Manuscript collections including correspondence: This collection from the New Haven Museum includes papers…
… and more…
While Connecticut’s historical societies likely can’t help with questions requiring access to governmental records, they can still be of great help with your genealogy research.
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