They have a substantial collection on local history and the people of Woodbury Town from pre-revolutionary time to the present day. The Goshen Library houses the Elizabeth Sharts room which has a nice collection of local interest. The hours are limited and you might want to call a verify hours. In the main part of the library there is a microfilm collection of early Goshen newspapers which is always available. Thrall Library in Middletown has developed a collection of local materials, but hours of availability are also limited.
Appointments are available to use the local history room by calling the library.
Available in the main part of the library is an excellent microfilm collection of old Orange County newspapers. These may be used at any time. The Middletown and Wallkill Precinct Historical Society on East Avenue in Middletown has a small research room in the upstairs of the Van Duzer House. The Town of Minisink is developing a research facility near their Town Hall and one can contact Town Historian Edna Raymond for more information. Most town libraries in Orange County have something of genealogical value but those listed above have the best collections.