This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ulualoha Surnames: Smith, Vincent, Green Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newyork.counties.columbia/4758/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi All, I was wondering if a historical society exists for Columbia County? The specific area I am interested in New Lebanon, NY. I contacted the local library and was told they do not have enough people to help with genelogical requests. When I asked her about any historical societies, she said they were too busy too. I find that so hard to believe at the Stephentown Historical Society was so helpful to me when I dropped by. Does anyone have any suggestions? I am trying to learn more about the lifestyle of my family. I visited MA/NY/NH/VT in May and had many huge breaks and now I want to learn more about how my family was as people. Any ideas/suggestions/help is greatly appreciated! The time period of interest is the 1800's. Thanks in advance, Terri Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.