Join the staff of the Southern History Department for a look behind the scenes! Learn about the history of the Research Library, its collection of genealogy materials, maps, and microfilm. See treasures such as Miss Iwate, the Blaeu Atlas, the 1926 Zone map, and much more. Our conservationist and librarians are eager to show you what’s special about the library’s Special Collections.

Stop by the Southern History Department and meet the experts from the Birmingham Genealogical Society for a free research consultation. Bring your brick walls and meet a dedicated group of genealogists eager to help. Learn more about how their organization supports genealogy and local history and how you can be a part of it. Consultations will last approximately 15 minutes. 

When you need that one book for your family history research and your local library doesn’t have it… what do you do? In this course we’ll take a look at numerous resources for locating books, magazines, and other genealogical materials online. Registration required for online attendance only.

Birmingham Public Library - Downtown, Computer Lab 4th Floor
Contact Mary Beth Newbill 205-226-3665

Maps of all kinds can be useful tools in historical and genealogical research. Learn about the world of online maps and how they can fit into your research. Registration required for online attendance only.