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Local History and Genealogy Research at NYPL: Guides
Research guides for local history, New York City history, and genealogy.
Step-by-step guide to searching the census by address, a powerful tool for locating lost ancestors. A guide by Philip Sutton, 2016. Opens in new window.
Tips for using published family histories for genealogy research, even if they are not about your own ancestors. A guide by Susan Kriete, 2018. Opens in new window.
A research guide to online and print resources for genealogy related to individuals from Puerto Rico. A guide by Diane Dias De Fazio, 2020. Opens in new window.