I am researching my line of the Barkers in Wake county in the early 1800's. I have gotten back to Mark Barker and his wife Gilly, both born about 1814 in Wake. During the holidays I shall be in Raleigh visiting family. I plan a stop at the O. Rainey Library for further research. What should my next step be? I wish to find parents of Mark Barker, and further back if possible. What documents should I look for at the library? Would I be better off going to the state library and archives to go back further? I would appreciate any guidance to enable me to maximize my library time to the fullest. Thanks in advance. Michael Barker Richmond, VA [email protected]