Local and Family History Research
Visit the Local History Collection on the first floor to browse a variety of Hartland-related materials, including issues of Community Life dating back to 1933, area obituaries, vertical files containing newspaper clippings, photographs, and other ephemera, and much more! Please see our finding aids for more collection details or consult our resource guides to get started on your genealogical or local history research.
Online Genealogy and Hartland History Resources
Ancestry Plus
Search your family past with Ancestry Plus at the Library only with your library card and delve deeper into your family tree.
Crouse Papers, Letters, and Autograph Collections
eBook (Full EBSCO Collection)
Michigan Electronic Library
Michigan's online electronic library provides full text articles and ebooks to Michigan residents.
Michigan History Magazine
MIGenWeb - Livingston County, MI
MyHeritage Library Edition
U.S. Vital Record Info
Database of United States birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, and other vital records.
Brighton Area Historical Society
Green Oak Township Historical Society
Hartland Area Historical Society
Highland Township Historical Society
Howell Area Historical Society
Livingston County Genealogical Society
Tyrone Historical Society
Need Help?
Looking for genealogy answers that you just can't find? Let us help! We can suggest research strategies and sources, and do basic searches on your behalf. Keep in mind, however, that we cannot undertake extensive research or compile your family tree for you. The results will be emailed to you, or you may request an appointment to go over the results.