The Genealogy Collection contains family and historical records for Staunton, Augusta County, the surrounding counties and other parts of the State of Virginia. During the month of July, the Library sponsors an annual Genealogy Workshop about the resources available at the Library and in Staunton. Microfiche and Microfilm Microfilm files include Augusta County census records from 1810 - 1920 and Staunton newspapers from 1836. Microfiche files contain back issues of selected periodicals. Film and fiche readers and printers are located in the Reference area.
Books are available at different reading levels on topics of interest to adults.
The Library can arrange special loan periods for ABE materials. The ABE Collection is located on the First Floor. The collection also features materials on preschool-age development, preschool activities, and ideas for the preschool teacher. The PT Collection is located on the Ground Floor. The Talking Book Center is the Library for individuals who cannot read standard print material because of a visual or physical handicap or learning disability.