Genealogy

Online Databases

Ancestry Library Edition | Genealogy resource for birth, marriage, death, military records and more. In-library use only.
Family Search | FamilySearch is a nonprofit family history organization dedicated to connecting families across generations. -FamilySearch.comCreate a free account and explore over 4 billion records, 4745 Family Search Centers worldwide, and 24/7 expert phone support. Create your own family tree, upload photos, create a family booklet and more. Expand your search today!

In-house Local History Collection

Microfilm

The Sandwich Public Library provides access to microfilm copies of local newspapers spanning from 1878 - 2013. Microfilm may be accessed by the microfilm machine located in the library. If you need assistance to work the machine, please ask library staff. Microfilm may not be checked out for personal use; however, copies of individual pages may be printed for $0.20 per page.

Microfilm Definition: a film bearing a miniature photographic copy of printed or other graphic matter, usually of a document, newspaper or book pages, etc., made for a library, archive, or the like. - dictionary.com

Accessible Copies of Newspapers via Microfilm:

Local History Resources

Cyndi's List | Directory of genealogy and history websites. Also includes links for specific Illinois localities.

Dekalb County Illinois Genealogy | Explore local records that include cemetery listings, marriage/birth/death certificates, census information, family trees, newspapers, various organizations and more that will help you discover your ancestry and heritage.

• Dekalb County Historical and Genealogical Societies : compiled list of historical and genealogical societies local to DeKalb.

Illinois Death Certificates 1916-1950 | An archive for the retrieval of Illinois death certificates between the years 1916-1950. Can request and order death certificates from this resource. Very useful resource for genealogy research and history.

Illinois Digital Archives | A portal to online exhibits and collections from libraries and museums across the state. A project of the Illinois State Library.

Have questions about a term paper, research interest, or general information, but can't seem to find the right answer? Let the library help! Your Sandwich Library's Reference and Reader's Services librarian will work with you to find credible, trustworthy, and authoritative information.

Here's how to get the information you need:

• Phone: 815-786-8308 x204
• Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and/or jThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• The Reference Desk located in the library.

For larger projects or technology aid, please call to schedule an appointment with the Reference librarian in order to ensure the time and dedication. 

Research consultations and appointments are available to everyone. Scheduled appointments are flexible within library work hours. 

Sandwich High School Yearbooks available in-house only:

1912-1913 
1915 
1921
1925-1931 
1934-1935
1938-1961
1963-1976
1978-1979 
1982-1992 
1994-2000 
2002-2005 
2007-2021

Yearbooks missing from collection:

1914
1916-1920
1922-1924
1932-1933
1936-1937
1962
1977
1980-1981
1993
2001
2006