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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 

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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.  

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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 8^th 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.

The story of how Paducah got its name has been through many twists and turns over the years. Most everyone is familiar with the legend of Chief Paduke. But have you heard about Pat Dugan?

In the 1979, the rock band The Police released their song “Message in a Bottle,” and in it, the lead singer, Sting, croons the lyrics:

This book from our Local and Family History stacks, A Revision of the Ordinances and Municipal Laws of the City of Paducah, Kentucky (1904), may have a boring-looking cover and a boring-sounding title, but inside you’ll find a f

Carrying your own reusable water bottle around is the thing to do these days. Not only is it good for you, it’s good for the environment.

Invasive species. Asian Carp, Killer Bees, Cane Toads, and Burmese Python…just to name a few. They can be a real problem, causing havoc and disrupting the natural order of things. An invasive species can be truly destructive.

Found in the median of Jefferson Street around the 2900 block, the statue memorializing the 1937 Flood is not in a very convenient location for perusal.

Looking for a new hobby? A new sport? Ever considered frog hunting?