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Genealogy Resources at the State Library: Genealogy Research at the SC State Library

Genealogy Research Assistance

Can't get to the SC State Library? We are offering virtual appointments for assistance in genealogy research.

Request a Virtual Appointment

For any questions regarding genealogy research you may also contact us by email.

Check out the SC State Library's collection of books on Genealogy, Family History, and Community History

What does the State Library have?

The State Library has an extensive collection of published works on South Carolina including county histories, city directories, memoirs, biographies, works on SC genealogy, military rosters, and digitized newspapers. Some highlights of the collection particularly helpful to genealogists are below. If you have a question about any of these resources please contact us at 803-734-8026 or reference@statelibrary.sc.gov. We are happy to help.