You'll love these weblinks chosen by our expert librarians.

• Balch Institute for Ethnic Studies - Web site of "the nation's only museum, library and archive dedicated to collecting and interpreting materials reflecting our multicultural heritage."
• Everton Publishers Family History Network - Web site that contains useful Web links to genealogical resources by U. S. state.
• Genealogical Records at the State Archives - "Though primarily known as the official custodian of the permanently valuable records (Record Groups) of state government and its political subdivisions, the Archives is also, to a lesser extent, a repository for papers (Manuscript Groups) and records of individuals and families, businesses, and organizations that have statewide historical significance."--The State Archives of Pennsylvania.
• German Society of Pennsylvania - Web site of the German Society of Pennsylvania that lists their activities and holdings of interest to historians and genealogists.
• Independence Seaport Museum - Web site of the Independence Seaport Museum in Philadelphia that lists their activities and library holdings of interest to researchers.
• Library of Congress Local History and Genealogy Reading Room (LCLHGRR) - "The Library of Congress has one of the world's premier collections of U.S. and foreign genealogical and local historical publications. The Library's genealogy collection began as early as 1815 when Thomas Jefferson's library was purchased."
• National Archives and Records Administration - "NARA is an independent Federal agency that helps preserve our nation's history by overseeing the management of all Federal records. Our mission is to ensure ready access to the essential evidence that documents the rights of American citizens, the actions of Federal officials, and the national experience. We must make it easy for citizens to access this essential evidence regardless of the location of the documentation or of the people using it. We hope that by providing electronic public access to more and more of our records and services, we will better meet your information needs. "
• National Genealogical Society - "The National Genealogical Society is a service organization that leads and educates the national genealogical community. "
• RootsWeb.com - Web site of the oldest and largest free online genealogy reaource.
• Temple University Libraries: Urban Archives - Indexes the major components of the total collections held by the Urban Archives. "The Archives functions as a repository for organizational records and related materials, and as a research facility for those interested in urban studies. The Archives collections are particularly strong in areas involving social service organizations, unions, community organizations, and contain many records from organizations involved with African Americans, education, and crime."--Urban Archives overview.
• USGenWeb Project - "..consists of a group of volunteers working together to provide Internet websites for genealogical research in every county and every state of the United States. The Project is non-commercial and fully committed to free access for everyone. Organization is by county and state, and this website provides you with links to all the state websites which, in turn, provide gateways to the counties. The USGenWeb Project also sponsors important Special Projects at the national level and this website provides an entry point to all of those pages, as well. "
• Welcome to the Civil War Library and Museum - Official website of the Civil War Library and Museum in Philadelphia, PA. "The Civil War Library and Museum is well known for its superb research facilities, which are continually upgraded. With more than 12,000 volumes, 100 linear feet of archival/manuscript material, over 100 reels of microfilm, and nearly 5,000 photographs, the facility is one of the most comprehensive Civil War libraries in the country."--Civil War Library and Museum general information.

On the Internet
We help you find the best genealogy information.

• Cyndi's List of Genealogy Sites on the Internet – A wonderful Internet site to start research.
• Family History Center of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints – Comprehensive materials for anyone interested in their family history.
• Free Library of Philadelphia Digital Map Collection – A large selection of maps and atlases dating back to 1843.
• Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania – Great for local genealogy. Some resources are for subscribers only.
• Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Philadelphia – Dedicated to Jewish genealogical research.
• Library of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania – One of the best places in the Philadelphia area for genealogical research.
• National Archives - Mid-Atlantic Branch – This center provides access to a host of Federal records such as military pension data.
• Pennsylvania Department of Vital Records – Get access to birth, marriage and death records.
• Pennsylvania State Archives – Research center for Pennsylvania history.
• The Philadelphia Archdiocesan Historical Research Center – Contains Catholic marriage and baptismal registers before the year 1900. Other resources include Catholic newspapers, parish histories and manuscripts published mainly between 1840 and 1910.
• Philadelphia City Archives – Provides access to city documents dating back to the founding of the city in 1683.
• Philadelphia Department of Records – This department provides access to city records such as property information and police and fire reports.
• Philadelphia Orphans court – This is the caretaker of Philadelphia orphan information. They also maintain marriage licenses dating back to October 1885.
• Temple University's Urban Archives – A great source for local history. Among their many resources, they have the old Philadelphia Bulletin fully indexed.