Obituary Lookups
The library has Wilmington, Ohio newspapers on microfilm; however, contents are not indexed. Microfilm are available for public use during regular hours, however, there may not always be staff on hand able to assist with setting up the microfilm reader or searching through the rolls of film. If possible, please call or email the library ahead of time for an appointment. Also, staff can do some limited searching of the microfilm for you. You can call or email search details and we will be happy to look for information for you. We can email findings, or provide printed information to be mailed or picked up for 10 cents per page.
County Records
The library does not have copies of Clinton County records. Records of use to genealogists such as birth, death, and marriage, are retained by various Clinton County government departments depending on the record’s nature and date.
Databases
African American Heritage -- Search records, books, serials, and other historical records specific to African Americans to trace your genealogy or to do research.
Ancestry Library Edition (in-library use only) -- Trace your genealogy using historical records. U. S. Census records; military records; court, land and probate records; vital and church records; directories; petitions for naturalization; passenger lists and more. You must be in the library to access this database.
Fold3 -- A premier collection of historical U.S. military records that brings to life the details of America�s military veterans with stories, photos, and personal documents.
Heritage Quest -- Search census records, books, serials, and other historical records to trace your genealogy.
Sanborne Fire Insurance Maps -- Find large scale street plans produced by the Sanborn Fire Insurance company from 1867 to 1970. Locate and identify buildings and neighborhoods. Study the growth of towns and cities, and the impact of new development
Other Local Sources
In addition to the library, the following locations may prove helpful in your genealogy research.
Clinton County Court House: 46 S. South St., Wilmington, OH 45177. Visit site to contact relevant offices such as Probate Court, Recorder, etc..
Clinton County History Center
149 E. Locust St., Wilmington, OH 45177
Phone: 937-382-4684. Telephone for hours of availability.
info@clintoncountyhistory.org
Clinton County Records Center
111 S. Nelson Ave., Suite 3, Wilmington, OH 45177
Phone: 937-383-3271
Depository of all public records for Clinton County.
Clinton County Geographic Information Systems Department. Historic and contemporary data and maps. Cemetery maps. Clinton County Court House, 46 S. South St., Wilmington, OH 45177.