Richmond Hill Public Library offers a variety of genealogy services to community members, which includes access to print and digital databases, research help, and use of microfiche readers.

Not sure where to begin? We invite you to browse this section of the website to help get you started on your research. You are also encouraged to schedule an appointment with the Local History/Genealogy Librarian at 905-884-9288 ext. 5068, who will be pleased to assist you with your research.

Extensive Collections

In addition to housing the largest genealogical collection in York Region, we hold a significant and impressive collection of unique, historically-focused materials about Richmond Hill and surrounding communities, including:

• The Helen Schwab Collection which contains over one hundred volumes of information on families from the regions of York, Durham, and Peel
• Books and monographs
• Microfilms and microfiche
• Magazines and newsletters
• Atlases
• Family histories and scrapbooks
• Unique and rare research and primary source materials

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History and Genealogy Programs

The library organizes programs on a variety of local history and genealogy-related topics. Review our fall program guide for upcoming programs. 

Fall Program Guide

Learn more about the Mary-Lou Griffin Local History Room and the equipment we have available to assist you with your research.

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