Genealogy Center
New Books by NM Genealogists
Books by New Mexico Genealogists 2023
New Mexico genealogists have recently published some amazing books you won't want to miss.
Abbey-Ashman: Two Colonial and Pioneering Families of North America, Volume Two, The Alden Ancestors by Call Number: 929.2 Abbey v.2Volume 2 of Margaret Shannon's series on the Abbey-Ashman family covers Peter Abbey and Hannah (Alden) Abbey 1759-1867, their generation of the Abbey family and six generations of her Alden ancestors and allied families back to the Mayflower and origins in England.
Adventures with the ancestors by Call Number: 929.2 JonesA collection of 127 lively American history stories of pioneers on the early frontier. The characters are real people in real circumstances, the ancestors of a single family.
AGS military heritage: service to our country by members, ancestors, family by Call Number: 978.96105 AGSA compilation of stories and photos from AGS members of those who served in the military, including AGS members and their family members and ancestors.
Colorado's Mrs. Captain Ellen Jack by Call Number: 978.8 BardalA captivating biography of a pioneering woman who fashioned a legacy through true tenacity and maybe even a few tall tales.
Every memory a story: anecdotes and images capturing family history by Call Number: 929.2 BlackledgeEach of our memories elicits a story that only we can tell. We need to capture them for posterity, and for ourselves. The stories in this collection are dedicated to Patricia Ann Blackledge Price Blide, a beloved sister and renowned teacher of high school students in Texas. They come in many flavors: war stories, family stories, stories of passion and pursuits. Each captures some of those unique memories of life that should not be lost.
Finding Clara by Call Number: 929.2 FullerJeri Fuller's great-grandfather, Charles Emery Fuller and first wife, Martha had a daughter named Clara in 1875. Jeri solved the mystery of finding Clara. She provides intimate details of Clara's life. Her get-up and get-personal research method gets results. Jeri recounts her Fuller family history, alongside America's history from colonial New England to the eighteenth-century in the Mid-West. She includes eleven generations of her Fuller family tree. These stories can inspire any novice or expert genealogist to discover their family histories.
How firm a foundation: a family history by Call Number: 929.2 DavidsonTaken together, Marc Davidson's family stories, contributions from family members, ancestor charts, puzzles, and games, focus on engaging even the youngest members of his Davidson family in their history. A unique and fun approach to sharing family history.
New Mexico baptisms, Santa Clara, New Mexico, 1820-1841 by Call Number: 978.952 Santa Clara Baptisms 1820-1841Baptisms from Santa Clara Pueblo that have never before been filmed or published.
About the Genealogy Center
Genealogy Center
Genealogy Center501 Copper Ave NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
505-768-5131
librarygenealogy@cabq.gov
Lisa Kindrick, Genealogy Librarian
Joshua Fox, Area Manager
The Genealogy Center is on the second floor of the Main Library in downtown Albuquerque on Copper Avenue NW, between 5th and 6th streets.
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By Bus
Several bus routes including Central Avenue Route #66, Rapid Ride #766 (Red Line) and Rapid Ride #777 (Green Line) serve the Main Library. Plan your trip here.
By Car
Freeway Directions from I-40:
Take I-40 to the 6th Street exit. Drive southtbound on 6th Street until you reach Copper Avenue. The library will be on the left, between 5th Street and 6th Street, on Copper Avenue.
Surface Street Directions from Montano:
Take Montano to 2nd Street. Go south on 2nd Street. 2nd Street will turn into 3rd street after the I-40 overpass. Follow 3rd Street to Lomas, and turn right (west) onto Lomas. Take Lomas to 6th Street and turn left (south). Stay on 6th Street until you reach Copper Avenue. The library will be on the left, between 5th and 6th Streets, on Copper Avenue.
Parking
In addition to metered street parking, up to two hours of free parking is available at the Very Special Arts parking garage on the southeast corner of 5th and Copper. Bring your parking stub from this garage to the Circulation desk for validation.
Branch Amenities & Services
12 Public Computers (Windows 7 with Microsoft Office 2013 and Internet access) for Genealogy and Foundation Center research
Free Wireless Internet Access
Printing Services - 15¢ per page
Copy Machine - 20¢ per page
Study Rooms Available on a first come basis with a Library Card in good standing
Change machine available
7 Microfilm/fiche readers
See additional information about our ongoing and special events by viewing the full event calendar for the Main Library.
Join us for family history research help on the last Tuesday of the month 10:30 am - 1 pm.
You can attend these Special Interest Group meetings either in person at the Genealogy Center or online using Zoom with a link from the Albuquerque Genealogical Society website:
DNA Research Group first Friday of every month 10:30 am - noon.
Military Research Group first Tuesday of the month 10:30 am - noon (will not meet in February).
Creative Writing of Family Stories Group first Tuesday of the month 1:30 pm - 3 pm.
Celtic Group last Tuesday of the month 1:30 pm - 3 pm.
See the Albuquerque Genealogical Society website for details about online meetings. The ABCs of DNA Group meets online only.
Special Program
Historical Women of New Mexico Banners
Join us in celebrating Women’s History Month through the lives of nine exceptional New Mexico women. As an exhibit curated and created by the New Mexico Historic Women Marker Program, this unique set of banners spotlights women who helped to shape New Mexico’s progress through their diverse lives, contributions and accomplishments. Each banner corresponds to a roadside marker found along our state’s highways and byways. The banners will feature Esther Martinez (P’oe Tsáwä), Pablita Velarde Tse Tsan (Golden Dawn), Harvey Girls, Sarah "Sally" Rooke, Mary White, Maria "Concha" Concepcion Ortiz y Pino de Kleven, Dr. Meta L. Christy, Debbie Martinez "La Chicanita", and Amelia Elizabeth White.
Monday, March 3 - Friday, March 28
Research Day Photo
Research Day
Join us for an in-person Research Day the last Tuesday of March -- March 25, 2025! Plan to come to the Genealogy Center any time between 10:30 am and 1:00 pm to get free individual assistance from experienced researchers from the Albuquerque Genealogical Society and Library staff. Experts on genetic genealogy and DNA, military research, New Mexico families, African American families, German families, Celtic genealogy, the Daughters of the American Revolution application process, Mayflower families, and more will be available to help you. Whether you've been researching for a long time or you're just starting out, this is a great day to find out more about your family.
Genealogy Society Programs
Genealogy Society Programs
See the NMGS website for information about their upcoming programs. NMGS Website
These groups led by members of the Albuquerque Genealogical Society now have an option to attend in person at the Genealogy Center or online using Zoom:
Military Research Group, First Tuesday of the month , 10:30 am - noon.
Creative Writing of Family Stories Group, First Tuesday of the month, 1:30 pm - 3 pm
Celtic Group, Last Tuesday of the month, 1:30 pm - 3 pm.
The DNA Special Interest Group and the ABC's of DNA Group are meeting Online only.
See the AGS Website for more information, including dates, times, and links to attend the online meetings. All are free and open to the public.
AGS members are also providing online help with your genealogical research and DNA questions. See the AGS Website to register for online help.
