Good Sources of Free Information

State Information

Illinois States Archives

Illinois Genealogical Society

The official website of genealogy in Illinois.

Illinois State Historical Society

The official website

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

The largest presidential library in America, the ALPLM has a large, rich collection of Illinois history and genealogy.

Geographical Information

Map Quest

Map Quest is a free source for maps and directions throughout the U.S.

 

 

 

Geographic Names Information System
Locates any named town, village, landmark, or natural feature in the United States.

Free Databases

Family Search

Family Search is a large database of names and vital records maintained by the Chrurch of Latter-Day Saints

Find a Grave

US Gen Web