For genealogical research beyond birth and death records, there is a variety of aids and resources available. The National Archives has many records that may be useful. The Daughters of the American Revolution has records that can be used. Contact the branch in your town or state for further information. There is a various amount of research material available at county courthouses, such as wills, deeds, mortgages, marriage and divorce records, tax records, and even military records.
Most large libraries carry books on individual county and state historical societies.
There is also a wide variety of reference books for genealogical research, such as maps of the area and books of state and county histories. Some foreign countries may have records available. The addresses for these foreign agencies can be found in the public library. Questioning of family, friends or old neighbors may turn up the most valuable information. Looking up the roots of your family tree can be very interesting.