New England Historic Genealogical Society

If you are coming to the library in Boston, you can access our vast collections of books, manuscripts, microfilms, and electronic resources. You can also take advantage of the expertise of our staff of professional genealogists.

 
Database Issues?
If you have questions or issues related to your database search such as error messages, missing images etc. please contact the webmaster at webmaster@nehgs.org. We will answer your question or get you in touch with the correct department as quickly as possible.
Research Services/Consultations
If you seek research assistance, our professional staff will aid you in requests large or small. Our researchers are professional librarians and scholars with decades of experience. Let our knowledgeable staff will put their talents to work for you. We can aid you in solving your "brick wall" problems or provide complete reports for those who do not have time to do their own research.

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Most Popular Databases
Premium Databases

All NEHGS members have access to these valuable online research tools. However, premium databases are not available to Institutional Members.

These databases include the 19th Century U.S. Newspapers database and the Early American Newspapers, Series I 1690-1876 

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New Databases
Vital Records of Saybrook, Connecticut 1647-1834 July 17, 2008 View Now!
Vital Records of Charlestown, Massachusetts to 1850 July 9, 2008 View Now!
Vital Records of Randolph, Maine to 1892 June 23, 2008 View Now!
Early Marriages of Jamaica, Vermont June 19, 2008 View Now!
Church and Cemetery Records of Dedham, Mass. 1638-1845 June 18, 2008 View Now!
Vital Records of Lancaster, Massachusetts to 1850 June 17, 2008 View Now!