Rochester, Monroe County, New York Genealogy

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Archives, Libraries and Museums
Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County

115 South Ave. Rochester, NY 14604 (585) 428-7300 (585) 429-8023 (TDD) www.libraryweb.org Local History and Genealogy Department of the Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County has one of the best collections of local historical and genealogical materials in western New York. The department phone number is 585) 428-8370.

smaller municipal libraries such as the Ogden Farmers' Library in Spencerport, the Henrietta Public Library, and the Penfield Public Library have built collections of materials relevant to their particular towns.

Vital Records
In order to gain access to city records, you must file an application. The Access to Collection page on the city web site explains how to do this.