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Resources

Find Your Roots with these important resources

Publications & Archives

Publications & Archives
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Our
Collections

  • Augusta County Genealogical Records (1745-present)

  • Family History Publications

  • African American Indexes

  • Cemetery Records and Indexes

  • Marriage and Death Indexes

  • Church Records Collection

  • Military Service Indexes

  • Access Land Grants and Property Records

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Digital Archives
(Members Only)

  • ACGS Newsletters

  • ACGS Video Library​

  • An accumulation of over 1100 e-files of historical/genealogy publications for 13 US states and 6 European countries.

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Purchase
Printed Materials

Browse and purchase our extensive collection of printed materials through our web store:

  • Research Guides

  • County Maps

  • Special Edition Publications

  • African American Publications

  • Marriage & Death Indexes

ACGS
Research Services

The ACGS Research Team responds to specific requests for Augusta County courthouse research. ACGS team members work at the Augusta County Courthouse in Staunton on a regular basis. Due to the limited number of volunteer hours, requests requiring more in-depth research are responded to on a time-available basis only. We will make every effort to assist you find the courthouse information that will assist you to track down your Augusta County family members.

Helpful Tips & Links

Whether you're just beginning your family history journey or you're an experienced genealogist, our curated collection of research tools and resources will help guide your way. Discover essential research techniques, access valuable online databases, and explore local Augusta County resources all in one place.

Helpful Links

Government Resources

  • Virginia State Archives

  • Social Security Death Index

  • Military Records

  • Land Patent Records

Local History

  • Augusta Historical Society

  • Virginia Historical Society

  • Local History Museums

  • Regional Libraries

Research Tips

Breaking Through Brick Walls

  • Alternative Name Spellings

  • Searching Collateral Lines

  • Using DNA Research

  • Cluster Research Methods

Preservation Guidelines

  • Document Storage

  • Photo Conservation

  • Digital Preservation

  • Archival Materials Guide

Helpful Tips

CONTACT
US

Tel. (540) 885-1991

Email: Info@acgsva.org

Augusta County Genealogical Society
P. O. Box 436
Fishersville, VA 22939

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VISIT
US

Augusta County Library
1759 Jefferson Highway
Fishersville, Virginia 22939

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Hours

Tuesday 10 AM-1 PM

Thursday 10 AM-1 PM

Or by appointment

TELL
US

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