(Find more photographs in our Digital Collections)
On Monday April 8th, 2024 Paducah will be in the path of totality for the total solar eclipse! We will be giving out glasses for safe viewing of the solar eclipse beginning March 15th (2 per customer, while supplies last).
Mention Thanksgiving and turkey instantly pops in your head. But we in the Local and Family History Department agree that the best part of the meal is not the turkey, but the stuffing. Ahhhhh! the stuffing!
The McCracken County Public Library Local and Family History staff have added to their Historic Digital Paducah Hotel Ledger Collection.
A short history of confectionery, candy manufacturers and candy wholesalers in Paducah, KY from the mid-1800's to the beginning of the 21st Century
The McCracken County Genealogical and Historical Society returns to monthly meetings, Wednesday Sept. 13, 2023 in the Library Meeting Room at 1:30 P.M.
Sources and Tips for Researching Family History with an Emphasis on Emancipated Slaves
General Sources:
We appreciate Elaine Stevens, and the members of Paducah Stitch n’ Quilt Guild for loaning us these beautiful handmade quilts. We are Ready for Quilt Week 2022!
The U. S. National Archives has released the 1950 Census online! This release provides a snapshot of the nation’s population and is an amazing resource for researchers of history and genealogy.
The McCracken County Local and Family History Department has added new collections to the library’s online historical digital collections, along with a new video for the beginner genealogist.
August 8th is a time of celebration, remembrance, and fellowship within Paducah and the surrounding area. While the specific day has numerous origin stories, the week surrounding the date rem
As the library celebrates the 50th Anniversary of our current building, we’ve compiled a little history of the programs, services, and people that have been a part of our time at 555 Washington Street.
