The Perry County Historical Society is the perfect place to begin your research!
Whether you’re a new or experience genealogist, from Perry County or from across the country, we have a wealth of resources to further your search for your ancestors. Our materials contain an abundance of rich information about the people and places of the past in Perry County.
- Genealogical Research Library and Archive Center – 108 Progress Drive, Perryville, MO 63775
- Perry County Historical Society Publications – Purchase here, or use at Archive Center.
- Inquiries – Research $15 per hour plus cost of copies; with free look-up to see if any information is available.
Other Perry County Genealogy and History Research Sites
- Perry County Recorder of Deeds Office – Perry County Courthouse, Downtown Perryville
- Riverside Regional Library Perryville Branch – Perry Park Center, Perryville City Park
- Lutheran Heritage Center & Museum – Zion Roots Research Library, Altenburg, MO
Helpful Research Links
- Missouri State Archives
- FamilySearch
- US National Archives
- A Guide to Researching the History of a House – Thanks Salt Lake City Children’s Network for the suggestion!
- Genealogy for Kids: Building a Family Tree – Thanks to Isaac Stevens for this suggestion!
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