Whether you are a genealogist, researcher, student or simply have questions about Ohio history, our Archives & Library is here to help.

The Archives & Library is open during the hours below. Consider making an appointment (https://ohiohistory.libcal.com/) for a personalized research experience!

Interested in a more self-directed visit, using just our Reading Room or Microfilm collections?

Library Hours

Wednesdays • 12:30 p.m.–3 p.m.
Thursdays • 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Fridays • 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

FYI, our main elevator is currently undergoing repairs. The Archives & Library is located on the 3rd floor and there are stairwells that will be accessible.

The Archives & Library will be closed Wednesday, December 20 - Friday, December 22, 2023, and Wednesday, December 27 - Friday, December 29, 2023, providing staff time to focus on data entry and collections maintenance projects.

Our phone lines are not monitored; voicemail is returned most Thursdays and Fridays during normal business hours (EST).

Note Regarding 1954-1970 Death Certificate Orders

As we work to restore service in response to a network issue, we are temporarily suspending new orders of 1954-1970 death certificates. Orders for death certificates in that range will resume January 2, 2024.  If you have an existing order in the queue, we are working our way through the queue in order received and it may be some time before yours is filled.  If you have questions, please email [email protected] with your order number, date and name.

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Ohio History Connection 800 E. 17th Ave. Columbus, OH 43211-2474 Phone: 614.297.2510 FAX: 614.297.2546

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