Genealogy
***UPDATE: New Temporary Location at the Ohio University Zanesville Library***
Muskingum County Genealogical Society is temporarily located within the Ohio University Zanesville Library at Herrold Hall, 1425 Newark Road, Zanesville. The Genealogy Library is staffed by volunteers from 10 am to 5 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Appointments may be made for Mondays and Thursdays. The Society has added access to Newspapers.com.
Other databases available through the Muskingum County Library System are Ancestry Library Edition, Fold3, and Heritage Quest. All of the yearbook collection is available at OUZ. You may also make research requests by emailing request@mccogs.com or calling 740.453.0391 ext. 139
The Society will be following the OUZ Schedule for holiday closings. Emergencies or weather conditions may keep the volunteer from coming to work. It is a good idea to call ahead if there are poor road conditions.
You may also utilize one of our online resources below.
Search historical records with information on over 6 billion people. Collaborate with others doing similar research. This service may only be used in the library; it will not allow access outside the building.
This collection was created in partnership with leading African American genealogists and recognized leaders in genealogical information to develop a comprehensive mix of resources, records, and tools specifically pertaining to African Americans.
Search ancestors in the Federal Census, find information on people and places in local and family histories, review selected records from the Revolutionary War Era and much more.