This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/0lJBAIB/3873.2.1.1 Message Board Post: Lisa, I recommed you call your local library to see if they have a special collection department when you can do family history. Ask the library if the access to the American Genealogical Lending library. Try to local a Family History Center (LDS) in your area. See if there is one near you. Purchase a book on how to do genealogy research. See if there are any classes on how to do research in your area. Good Luck.