Research Library

Located in the old Almshouse, the Historical Society of Baltimore County Library houses information from every known tombstone in both church and family cemeteries in Baltimore County.  Here you will also find a growing collection of books and maps (copies of some are for sale), census records, marriage records, slave schedules, family histories, ledgers, photographs, clippings, and manuscripts related to the history and genealogy of Baltimore County.

Publications for Sale

Maps

History Trails

HOURS:  

Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The library is closed on major holidays and some holiday weekends. Check General Information Page for more details and directions.

E-Mail: bchistory4@verizon.net

• Research fee is $5.00 per visit to non-members. Research assistance is available at no charge when you are in the library.

• Members free.

• Library materials do not circulate.

• Mailed or faxed research requests may be accommodated at a cost of $15.00 per hour for members, $25 per hour for non-members of research time. Research Request Form.

• Please call for more information: 410-666-1878.

RESEARCH LINKS:

• Maps
• Family Histories (A to I)
• Family Histories (J to Z)
• Records
• Research Request Form
• Publications for Sale 
• History Trails for Sale
• Library Dedication 
• Wish List

FAQ

Can photocopies be made?
Yes. The cost per page is 25 cents for letter size copies.

Is there someone to help me with my research?
Yes. Volunteers are available to help you with your research at the Society and other Researchers for Hire  are available at a rate higher than $15.00 per hour.

Can I call or e-mail the Historical Society of Baltimore County for research requests?
Yes! You can e-mail us a question. Include credit card information with an e-mail and information requested on Research Request form. If you phone us with a query, have your credit card and other information available. However, it will probably be faster to print our research request form, include your credit card information and fax the questionnaire to us.

Visit us or mail all research requests to our address. Contact the researchers for hire directly. See the Research Form and Researchers for Hire links above.