Local History Hours:

Monday-Friday 9-7

Saturday 10-5  

Sunday: Closed

  • Due to limited computer availability and occupancy limits, only 4 researchers at a time may will be allowed access to the space.
  • Researchers wishing to reserve a time slot to visit the department will be able to do so by calling the Local History Desk at 859-962-4070.
  • Research appointments will be available for a maximum of two hours a day.
  • Researchers will be limited to 1 one-hour computer reservation per day.
  • Circulating collections will be available for public browsing.
  • If there are no researchers or reservations, the floor may be opened up for other purposes.
  • Patrons can schedule a one-hour appointment via a phone call, online through a virtual meeting, or in-person at the Covington branch. Phone and virtual appointments are available Monday – Friday between 10 AM and 4 PM. Invitations for virtual meetings will be sent via email. To schedule your appointment call the Local History & Genealogy Department at (859) 962-4070.

Phone Number:  859-962-4070

Expanded Genealogy Research Assistance Available!

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Where to begin…

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Hours, location and local information.

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Over 100,000 photographs from Northern Kentucky

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Family and local history resources

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NKY Newspaper Index, Enquirer, Post

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Ancestry, HeritageQuest, NKY specific databases and more.

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Special Collections & Archives

Images, oral histories, maps etc. / Family papers, personal papers, and organizational records from NKY

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Visit the Genealogy Department to access our microfilm collection.

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Biographies, community history and historical societies.

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Support the Local History & Genealogy Department. The Library also collects items like photographs, family history and genealogy information.

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Join us for an upcoming program to improve your genealogy skills or learn about local history

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Bring your photos, slides and more to the department and use our scanning equipment.
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