Genealogy
The library offers limited genealogy searches, such as obituary requests, for a minimum fee of $8.00 to cover staff time and copying. Search requests should be made in writing and either mailed or sent by e-mail to the library. See Contact Us. Payment to the library is required to receive the information by mail or scan.
The microfilm from our collection of Lawrence County newspapers has been converted to digital files which can be searched online. Just click the link below, labeled “Newspaper Archives”. We have the following newspapers:
| Daily Record | 1922-2016 | |
| Sumner Press | 1882-1972 | |
| Lawrence County News | 1897-1962 | |
| Lawrenceville Republican | 1870-1879 | |
| Rural Republican | 1874-1901 | |
| Lawrence Co. Coroner Office | 1870-1943 |
The County Clerk’s Office has death records going back to 1878. For more information contact:
County Clerk’s Office
Lawrence County Courthouse
1100 State Street
Lawrenceville, IL 62439