Welcome to the Local History Room of the Dayton Metro Library.
The Local History Room is the 'library's attic', full of fascinating information about the people and events that shaped the history of the Miami Valley. It is a research collection containing many materials, some of which are very rare, very fragile, and one-of-a-kind.
If you have any questions for the Local History Librarian concerning our local history collection including archives, special collections and rare book materials please
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! (The photograph above is a 1898 view of Steele High School students boarding the canal boat 'Shamrock', near the old library, and heading for a picnic near Taylorsville.)
Welcome to your guide to the genealogy resources and services at the Dayton Metro Library. The Genealogy Collection is located in the Lower Level of the Main Library. The book collection is arranged on the shelves by state and by county within the state for the convenience of the genealogy researcher. Librarians are available at the Magazine Reference Desk to help locate materials in the Genealogy area. As with all such specialized research, it is always wise to call before you visit if you wish to consult the genealogy librarian or to request special manuscripts and documents.
The Archivist of the Dayton Metro Library is available for consultation regarding the arrangement and description of archival collections as well as the preservation of archival materials.
Research & Databases 
Welcome to the Local History Room of the Dayton Metro Library.