Garland, TX – One resource of many offered to Garland Library cardholders is access to HeritageQuest Online. This extensive genealogical and historical database, powered by Ancestry, provides a wealth of resources for those interested in tracing their family’s roots and exploring their heritage.
HeritageQuest Online includes a variety of American genealogical sources, such as:
- U.S. Federal Censuses: Access detailed records that reveal insights into your ancestors’ lives across different decades.
- Revolutionary War Pension Files: Discover documents and process claims for pensions and bounty land warrants from veterans and their surviving families who served in the American Revolution.
- Military & Immigration Records: Uncover the journeys of family members who served in the military or immigrated to the United States.
- Find a Grave® Indexed Cemeteries: Locate the final resting places of your ancestors and learn more about their lives.
- Freedman’s Bank Records: Explore financial records that provide context on the experiences of African American ancestors. The bank, established in 1865, served as a financial institution for formerly enslaved people and their descendants during the Reconstruction era.
- City Directories, Maps, Photos & More: Dive into a rich array of materials that enhance your family history research.
With records dating back to the 1700s, HeritageQuest Online offers users the ability to uncover the stories that shaped their families and communities. This resource is designed for both seasoned genealogists and those new to family history research, providing valuable tools to aid in their exploration.
To access HeritageQuest Online, simply log in with your Garland Library card and PIN at [this link]. Your PIN is the last four digits of the phone number you used to register your library card. If you encounter an error message on your mobile device, it is recommended to try on a laptop or a different browser for a smoother experience.
