Reference Links
Research Links
| Category | Name | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Sites | Anne's Family History Resources | This site is for both the beginning and experienced genealogist. It has links to many types of resources and includes help for beginners. | International |
| WAGenWeb | Washington GenWeb--Chelan County | This is the Chelan County, Washington GenWeb page. | Chelan County, Washington State |
| Newspapers | Chronicling America | Click on Advance Search - newspapers nationwide including Wenatchee, Spokane, Leavenworth, Oroville, Ellensburg. | United States |
| Research Sites | FamilySearch Research Wiki | This is the Washington State section of the FamilySearch Wiki. | Washington State |
| Area Societies | Kittitas County Genealogical Society | This is the website for the Kittitas County Genealogical Society. | Kittitas County, Washington State |
| WAGenWeb | Washington GenWeb--Lincoln County | This is the Lincoln County, Washington GenWeb page. | Lincoln County, Washington State |
| Newspapers | The Ancestor Hunt | Nationwide newspapers, but also many NCW publications: Includes Entiat, Coulee City, Garfield, Pomeroy, Molson, and many more. | Nationwide |
| Research Sites | Washington Rural Heritage | Washington Rural Heritage brings together local history resources from 101 heritage organizations and 286 private collections throughout Washington State. Learn more about this collaborative digitization project coordinated by the Washington State Library. | Washington State |
| Research Sites | Washington State Archives | The State Records Collections provide a vital account of public government in Washington State, beginning with the establishment of Washington Territory in 1853 and continuing to the present. | Washington State |
| Research Sites | Washington State Digital Archives | The Washington State Digital Archives is the nation's first archive dedicated specifically to the preservation of electronic records from both State and Local agencies that have permanent legal, fiscal or historical value. | Washington State |
| Area Societies | Washington State Genealogical Society | WASGS promotes the preservation of and access to public and private genealogical and historical information. | Washington State |
| Area Societies | Yakima Valley Genealogical Society | YVGS is dedicated to helping genealogists and family historians research their roots. We have members who can help you get started on this wonderful journey of discovery that we call genealogy. | Yakima County, Washington State |
| Area Societies | Okanogan County Genealogical Society | The Okanogan Historical Society's headquarters is in the Wilson Historical Research Center adjacent to the Okanogan County Historical Museum. This building also houses the Okanogan County Genealogical Society. | Okanogan County, Washington State |
| Glossary | Genealogy Terms | Comprehensive Genealogy Glossary from FamilyTreeMagazine.com | |
| Glossary | Old Medical Terms | Glossary of Old Medical Terms | |
| Hints & Tips | How to Plan a Library Visit | Tips for more productive library visits. | |
| DNA | Genetic Genealogy Abbreviations | List of abbreviations used in genetic genealogy (DNA) | |
| Research Sites | FamilySearch | Free account sign-up required; access is free | Nationwide |
| Research Sites | American Ancestors | Subscription required; or available at the WAGS Library for free | Nationwide |
| Research Sites | Ancestry | Subscription required | Nationwide |
| Research Sites | Ancestry Library Edition | Subscription required; available at WAGS Library for free | Nationwide |
| Research Sites | MyHeritage | Subscription required; available to WAGS members or at WAGS Library for free | Nationwide and International |