Genealogical Resources

Our collection of reference and archival materials deals primarily with the history of Belfast and Waldo County. Patrons also have access to the following online databases:

• Ancestry Library Edition (available for in-library use only)

The Belfast Free Library is now a FamilySearch affiliate library! FamilySearch affiliate libraries have privileges to limited-access FamilySearch databases. While inside the library (either connected to the library’s WiFi or using one of the desktop computers), patrons are able to login using their personal free FamilySearch account and view all the records available to an affiliate library at familysearch.org.

Below are a few other genealogical web links that may be helpful.

• Maine State Archives
• Maine Genealogy
• Maine Genealogical Society
• US GenWeb Project
• EarlyMaine.org Gravestone Photo Project
• Ellis Island Resources
• FamilySearch
• GenForum
• The Olive Tree Genealogy
• Maine Historical Society Online Genealogy Forum
• Cyndi’s List