Genealogy

This comprehensive genealogy database contains over 2 billion names and includes U.S. Census records, passenger lists, genealogical charts, and the Ancestry World Tree.

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Research family members, create a family tree, and search genealogical records.

 Find burial and other final disposition information for your family, friends, and famous people. 

Comprehensive coverage of obituaries and death notices from 1704 through today. Coverage from all 50 U.S. states and territories.

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At the Saint Paul Public Library? No library card required to access at the library.

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Use Minnesota People Records Search to exclusively research birth, death, and state census records, as well as Veterans Graves Registration and World War I Gold Star Rolls.

From the Minnesota State Historical Society.

Research records held by the National Archives and find information on how to get started with archival research.