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Index of the Maryland Genealogical Records Committee Reports (GRC) NSDAR Library

The DAR Genealogical Records Committee Reports comprise one of the most unique parts of the DAR Library’s holdings. These reports include a wide variety of content including transcriptions of local probate, court and land records; Bible records; cemetery transcriptions; family genealogies and lineages; Revolutionary War service; and other genealogically significant types of records.

Interment.net

A free online library of cemetery records from thousands of cemeteries across the world, for historical and genealogy research.

International Society of Genetic Genealogy

The mission of the International Society of Genetic Genealogy is to advocate for and educate about the use of genetics as a tool for genealogical research, and promote a supportive network for genetic genealogists. The Web site includes information on DNA testing for beginners, a speaker's list, calendar of events, book list, and more.

Irish Railroad Workers Museum

The Irish Railroad Workers Museum is headquartered in the 19th-century home of immigrants James and Sarah Feeley. The museum uses their story to explore the lives of Irish immigrants who arrived in the years of the Great Hunger, also known as the Potato Famine.

Jewish Genealogy Society of Maryland

Newly reconstituted in late 2013, the Jewish Genealogy Society of Maryland once again is offering educational programs related to Jewish genealogical research.

Jewish Museum of Maryland

The Jewish Museum of Maryland is America's leading museum of regional Jewish history, culture and community. Visitors can uncover the roots of Jewish history in the landmark historic sites - the Lloyd Street Synagogue, built in 1845, now the nation's third oldest surviving synagogue and Bânai Israel Synagogue, built in 1876 and still home to a vibrant congregation. The Museum Campus includes three exhibition galleries featuring fascinating and diverse exhibitions that explore in depth, the Jewish American experience. The Museum offers a wide range of programs and special events as well as a research library and family history center.

Laurel Cemetery Memorial Project

Laurel Cemetery (1852-1958) existed for over 100 years as a nonsectarian cemetery for Baltimore's African American community prior to its destruction in 1958. The Laurel Cemetery Memorial Project is working on public education about the cemetery, research into the lives of those buried at the site, and the erection of a memorial to recognize the burial ground.

Legacy of Slavery in Maryland

Maintained by the Maryland State Archives, this web site includes: a searchable database of primary sources including newspapers, court records, etc.; interactive maps to help in locating property owners and slave owners; biographies; and case studies.

Library of Congress

The Library's mission is to support the Congress in fulfilling its constitutional duties and to further the progress of knowledge and creativity for the benefit of the American people.

Library of Congress

The Library of Congress has over 1,200 images of Maryland maps online. Use the search feature to drill down to specific counties or communities.