Learning about the lives of your ancestors can be fun and rewarding! Wheaton Public Library has a variety of genealogy resources including programs, databases, reference materials, and more for creating your family tree.
Resources
Online
- FamilySearch, Fold3, and more premium resources
- FamilyTree Magazine available via Libby
- Digitized local history books
- And more!
In-person
- Yearbooks from Wheaton high schools dating back to 1909
- Ancestry Library Edition
- Telephone books & local maps
- Print and microfilm newspapers
- And more!
One-on-One Assistance
Hit a roadblock in creating your family tree or just need a little help getting started? Learn how to navigate our genealogy resources including maps, newspapers, telephone books, databases, and more with support from our Genealogy & Local History Specialist. To make an appointment, email genealogy@wheatonlibrary.org.
Programs
Thursday, Oct. 2 • 7-9 pm • In-Person
A representative from the DuPage County Genealogical Society is available in the Genealogy area to answer questions. No registration required.
Monday, Oct. 6 & 20 • 1-3 pm • In-Person
A representative from the Perrin-Wheaton chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is available in the Genealogy area to answer questions. No registration required.
Family Tree Dx: Including Medical Information in your Family Tree
Saturday, Nov. 15 • 1 pm • virtual
Genealogists typically collect information about names, dates, and places of ancestors. However, genealogists are in an advantageous position to collect information about medical information on their family members. This can be used now and in the future to guide health care. Learn the basics of including medical information in your family tree. Co-sponsored by the DuPage County Genealogical Society. Registration required.
Dual Citizenship by Right of Return
Saturday, Nov. 22 • 1 pm • virtual
Most countries in the New World base a child's citizenship on place of birth, but most countries in Europe base it on parentage — what was the citizenship of your parents? Many of those countries also offer citizenship by descent, or right of return, meaning that if you have ancestors who were citizens of that country two, three, or possibly more generations back, you might qualify for dual citizenship. Two of the best known examples of countries that offer dual citizenship by right of return are Italy (which recently changed some of its requirements) and Ireland. In this presentation, we will discuss the requirements involved for these two countries, which involves gathering documentation, applying, and waiting. We will also talk about how to find out generally if a country in which your ancestors lived offers citizenship by descent and whether you might be eligible. Co-sponsored by the DuPage County Genealogical Society. Registration required.