Genealogy

The Miami Public Library is a FamilySearch affiliate library, which means you have access to more records on FamilySearch.org when you browse the site in our library! 

The Miami Public Library offers a completely free VHS conversion program! Simply provide the necessary supplies, and we will take care of the rest. We can convert your tapes into digital format and upload them to a USB or hard drive, or we can create a DVD for you.  

Please note that the types of tapes we can convert are currently limited, so we encourage you to call us for more information about this service. 

Having trouble finding information about an ancestor? Reach out to our genealogy department to request assistance with your research! 

The genealogy department accepts both monetary and material donations! Donations help fund programs and research! Donations need to me mailed or dropped off in person at Miami Public Library. Please make sure to write "For Genealogy" on the Memo Line or provide a written note.

The Miami Public Library's genealogy department has a Facebook group to share facts, offer research assistance, and announce upcoming events! Make sure to join our group to stay informed about our latest updates!  

The Miami Public Library's genealogy department releases a monthly newsletter that highlights our latest updates, interesting trivia, and local history stories! Sign up to receive our monthly newsletter on Zeffy!

The library is actively digitizing its genealogy department to provide online access to non-copyrighted materials.  

Important Notice: Clicking this link will redirect you to a third-party website where we have a profile. Once you leave our profile to explore other sections and profiles on the Internet Archives, you assume responsibility for any content you may come across. Parental guidance is advised for individuals under 18 years of age. 

The Miami Public Library genealogy department is always seeking volunteers to help with research and digitization. If you would like to volunteer in this department, please contact us for more information!   

The Miami Public Library is on a mission to gather the histories of individuals from the community. We welcome contributions in various formats, such as video tapes, audio recordings, and other verbal materials that capture the area's history.  

If you're interested in participating in our Oral History Project and have stories to share, you can schedule an appointment to speak with our genealogist. Your stories will be recorded and added to our archive!