Genealogy Basics

Start researching your family tree today! These online resources curated by Library staff will help you get started on your genealogy journey.

 

Before You Begin

Links to Library resources as well as YouTube videos are labeled with an icon. Please note that several of the links below are hosted on FamilySearch.org. The Greenville County Library System is a FamilySearch Affiliate Library. While the articles linked can be accessed from anywhere and many records on FamilySearch are available by creating a free account, some collections on FamilySearch are only accessible by visiting a FamilySearch Affiliate Library or FamilySearch Center location. Please contact the South Carolina Room for more information.

Family Search
YouTube

 
 
 
 
  • Free access available at all GCLS locations.

  • Free access available at all GCLS locations or from home with your library card.

  • Free access available at all GCLS locations or from home with your library card.

  • Free access available at all GCLS locations or from home with your library card.

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