Genealogy
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about materials available at UNT for family history research.
Books
Tips for located books for genealogical research.
Guides to Genealogical Research
Where do I start to find the information?
Biographical Sources
For book-length biographies of individuals, consult the online catalog. Also see the Books section, above. One suggested subject heading to search under is Last name, first name - biography.
Census Records and Indexes
Information on how to find and what is in census records
Military Records
Military records available at UNT libraries.
Land Acquisition
Land records can be found in a variety of sources. In addition to the resources listed below, land records may be found in state, county, and local genealogical and historical society publications including journals.
Maps, Atlases, Gazetteers and Denton City Directories
Useful aids in genealogy research. Where did this happen? Where did it get its name?
Ethnic and Minority Groups
Aids for research on different minorities and ethnicities.
Genealogy-Related Periodicals, Indexes, and General Newspapers
Indexes, Magazines and Journals useful to genealogical researchers.
Other Local Libraries and Archives
Libraries that also have genealogical materials available.