Upon request, our Staff Researcher will research the Historical Society's collections of printed genealogies, local histories, vital records, city directories, microfilm records, military lists, biographical materials, and manuscripts in an effort to answer individual requests. This service will fill the void between the minimal amount of research the regular staff can handle and the in-depth research handled by independent professional researchers. Payment in advance for the first hour of research is required.
Most requests require one to two hours of research, including writing, typing, and photocopying.
The fee includes up to five photocopies. Charges for additional research and copies will be billed with the reply. For information on becoming a member of the Kentucky Historical Society, please see our membership page . This service is heavily used, and there may be a waiting period of several weeks. To take advantage of this service, please write us a letter describing your research needs.