Local and Family History Department

Have you ever wondered why your nose is a little crooked? Are you curious about why you love to quilt? Has anyone else in your family been challenged with a physical problem you are struggling with? Have you wondered how your family came to live in America? What is the history of Southern Somerset County? Having an understanding of your family and local history gives you insight into who you are. One of the best ways to know who you are is to know who you came from. Genealogical Research has become one of the fastest growing hobbies in America. As much as 60% of the population is interested in their family history.

The Meyersdale Public Library's Local and Family History department has become a highly reputable source among the genealogy community for its collection and service; much of which is due to the professional efforts of Cynthia Mason. We invite you to come in and let us help you discover your family. The Local and Family history department is open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you desire assistance from Cynthia then please visit between the hours of 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. If you are traveling from out of town we suggest you call or email ahead to make sure Cynthia will be available to help you. Even she gets a day off now and then!!

New to our collection:

• The New Republic and Daily American obituaries for 2005 – 2009 are now online at http://www.usgwarchives.org/pa/somerset/. Transcribed obituaries from the Meyersdale Commercial for 1913 – 1918 and a few from 1929 will be posted soon.