Ancestry.com database now available

The full Ancestry.com database is now available for free to all patrons at Blue Island Public Library. Search billions of records and discover your family’s story.

Census Database: Find ancestors in the complete set of U.S. Federal Census images from 1790-1940, including name indexes.

Vital Records: When did those significant life changing events happen in your ancestors life? Search the Vital Records to find out.

Military Records: Did your ancestors serve in the Military? The military records collection holds the answers.

Immigration Records: When did your ancestors arrive in the U.S.? And how did they get here? Search the passenger lists and other immigration records to learn more.