Cartersville Georgia FamilySearch Center

The Cartersville, Georgia Family History Center serves the Bartow County and Northwest Georgia area. We are in the foothills of the Appalachians, about 45 miles north of Atlanta on I-75. Bartow County (originally Cass County) is noted for its rich Cherokee Indian and Civil War history. History of Bartow County and Historical County Maps

Center Location
870 Peeples Valley Road, NE, Cartersville, GA 30121 

''Our center is currently under construction and will be open late September or early October 2013. Check our Facebook page for updates. ''


 * Directions
 * Phone: 678.451.4099 
 * E-mail: CartersvilleGaFHC@hotmail.com
 * Open Hours: TBD
 * Holiday Schedule: TBD

Research Specialty
Families who filed 1906 Eastern Cherokee Applications

Center Resources

 * Family History Library Catalog: This center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the Family History Library Catalog.


 * FHC Portal This center has access to the Family History Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions.


 * Youth Family History Consultants are available to help anyone uncomfortable with computer technology. Please call ahead to work with a Youth Consultant.

Center Equipment

 * 6 computer stations
 * 1 microfilm reader
 * Multi-function printer with scanner

Copy Fees
Black and white 8 1/2 x 11: U.S. $.05 Black and white 11 x 17: U.S. $.10 Color 8 1/2 x 11: U.S. $.30 Color 11 x 17: U.S. $.60

''NOTE: Making photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted material is governed by copyright law. The person using self-help equipment is solely responsible for abiding by copyright law and may be liable for any infringement.''

Links to Local Genealogy Sites
Etowah Valley Historical Society

Bartow County Genealogical Society

Bartow History Museum

Cassville Historical Society

Bartow County Courthouse

Historic Downtown Cartersville County, Georgia

Georgia Archives

Georgia Virtual Vault

Digital Library of Georgia

Volunteer Opportunities
We always welcome non-member volunteers who are genealogy and family history saavy and interested in helping in our center.

Workshops
Quarterly "How To" workshops will begin January 2014. The classes will be FREE and open to the public. Space is limited, so attendance will be on a first-come basis.

Suggestions Before Visiting Our Center

 * Call ahead to check Center hours.
 * Save on copy costs. Bring a flash drive to save documents you find.
 * Decide on one goal you want to accomplish during your research trip.