Illinois Record Finder

United States   Illinois    Record Selection Table

This table can help you decide which records to search. It is most helpful for post-1850 research.


 * 1) In column 1, select a research goal.
 * 2) In column 2, view (click) the types of records most likely to have the information you need.
 * 3) In column 3, find additional types of records that may be useful.
 * 4) If you do not find the desired information, see Illinois Search Strategies for more suggestions.


 * Note: Records of previous research (Genealogy, Biography, History, Periodicals, and Societies) are useful for most goals, but are not listed unless they are especially helpful.