The Jacksonville Public Library will close at 6 pm on Wednesday, November 27th and remain closed Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th for Thanksgiving.
Ancestry (In Library Use Only) - Access valuable census records, birth and death records, and family history.
Heritage Quest (In Library Use Only) - Search census records, government records, books and much more to discover your family history.
Morgan County Genealogy Resources
Dr. Joe Squillace's Research Page - Dr. Joe Squillace is a former MacMurray College professor and current professor and Director of Social Work at the University of St. Mary in Leavenworth, Kansas. He has written two books: "The Untold History of the First Illinois State Hospital for the Insane" and "A History of The Poorhouse and Farm in Morgan County, Illinois." This website contains information used to research and write the books along with helpful resources for genealogy.
Illinois Regional Archives Depository System - The State Archives administers a system of Illinois Regional Archives Depositories (IRAD) to manage the archival records of local governments. Local governments which have transferred records to the regional depositories include counties, townships, municipalities and school districts.
Jacksonville Area Genealogical & Historical Society - The purpose of the Jacksonville Area Genealogical & Historical Society is to foster an interest in genealogy and the history of the region by providing information, instruction, inspiration and help with research.
Jacksonville Area Museum - The Jacksonville Area Museum is dedicated to the collection, preservation, interpretation, and appreciation of the cultural history and heritage of the Jacksonville and Morgan County area.
Morgan County Poor Farm Records Index (1850-1932) - Each entry found in the index contains the following categories of information: the name, age and occupation of the inmate; the date of admission to the almshouse; date of discharge from the almshouse; the volume and page number; and the supposed cause of pauperism. When an inmate died while staying at the almshouse, the date of death is also included.
Eillis Island Family History Center - Search an extraordinary collection of arrival records to discover new layers in your ancestry and retrace your family’s journey to the gates of the United States.
Family Search - Operated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, this site provides government records and user-generated information. It requires that users establish a free account.
Find a Grave - Search or browse cemeteries and grave records for every-day and famous people from around the world.
