Family History Research Center at the Clayton Library Campus — Attraction in Houston

This is this my 2nd time to go to this library to get copies of a book written by a cousin of mine. I found the book last year and was making copies when one of the librians kicked us out at 5 pm. I tried to explain that we live 9.5 hrs away, didnt know when we could make it back and I only had 40ish pages left - we were doing 11 x 17 copies so we got 2 pages at a time and it would have taken me another 10 min. So we came down again early this year for a cruise and made those last copies. For the most part, thr librians leave you alone unless you have a question. Copies are .15 apiece. They have a large 'family history section' along with microfiche viewers if you are looking at census logs, passenger lists or military records. Downstairs they have many computers for research. Good place to go if you are interested in your...

The Clayton library center for genealogical research is one of the few libraries of this type in the country. It is not a library with popular magazines and best selling books. Rather it is a storehouse of the history of this country with vital statistics, probate records, city/county/state and national histories. it is comprehensive and is very much allows you to concentrate and do your own individual research through the numerous stacks of books or online with your computer or theirs with assistance from a very knowledgeable, professional...

Wow, what a great resource for learning about history! I took a class there today and was very impressed by the education and support they provide, also. Highlights include access to genealogical databases, equipment for digitizing personal photos and slides, and a ton of books I never knew existed, such as family histories, accounts from people who were enslaved, and guides to getting genealogical records from other countries. I'll definitely visit again soon to find information to share with family and get inspiration for writing our own...