The Cape May County Historical and Genealogical Society

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Welcome to the Cape May County
Genealogical Library

About our Library

Here you will find information pertaining
to Cape May County families and local history. To learn more about our genealogy holdings
and research materials, research fees, requesting information, Cape May County’s early families or information on how to
begin genealogy follow the links below

Research Fees

There are nominal fees for research assistance at a distance.

Research Request Form

Send us this form so we can better help you.

Cape May County’s Early Families

Most of the early settlers in Cape May County came from Long Island, New York. Others came from Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Burlington, West Jersey. Many of the earliest settlers were whalers, though raising cattle and harvesting timber were important early industries as well.

Library Hours

10:00AM to 3:30PM, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Those requiring extensive assistance should contact
our Library Coordinator Sonia Forry at (609) 465-3535.
Please call ahead and make arrangements.

Email us at:

genealogy@co.cape-may.nj.us