Carolina Room materials are for reference use only and may not be checked out. You can access the Library Catalog via the World Wide Web. Researchers have access to over 11,000 reels of microfilm. The Family Research Computer Center offers access to the Internet for local history and Genealogy research. A sizable collection of genealogy resource CD-ROMs, including products from Family Tree Maker and Family Search software from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints are available.
Computer time is available by appointment.
Drop-in users can frequently be accommodated. Special collections include maps, photographs, manuscripts and a music archives. Professionally trained staff can assist you with these collections during all hours of operation. The Music Archives allows the listener to learn about the growth and development of music in the Piedmont, NC area and the recording industry in the Charlotte area. The Carolina Room regularly publishes materials and creates exhibits about the history of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County.