About the Library

The NEHGS Research Library offers a comprehensive collection of more than 200,000 books, periodicals, and microform materials, as well as over one million manuscripts. Its book holdings include nearly all published New England genealogies, local histories, and related periodicals. Its microtext collection, with more than 40,000 items, contains copies of the original  town, probate, land, and vital records; city directories; censuses; and immigration records for most of New England and eastern Canada. Beyond New England, family researchers will find many important published and primary sources for other regions, including U.S. states beyond New England, England, Ireland, Scotland, Germany, eastern Canada, French Canada, Europe, and Australia.

To learn more about the library use the links to the right.


Library Hours
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday - 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday

Admission to the Research Library is free for NEHGS members (research memberships and above); non-members (including seniors and students) and members at the subscription level will be charged a $15 day fee.


Downloadable Library Guides

• Library Orientation Guide.
• Resources Syllabus for the Library.