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Genealogy How-To

The Genealogical Research Process Genealogical research is a complex process that uses historical records and sometimes genetic analysis to demonstrate kinship. Reliable conclusions are based on the quality of sources,…

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Getting to know the catalog: Shelves and lists

…Later, In Progress, and Completed – For Later is basically a wishlist, and In Progress and Completed are for items you’re reading now or have already read. The shelves offer…

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Getting started with the library catalog

You can find our online catalog at https://durhamcounty.bibliocommons.com/. If you’re new to the catalog, here are some pointers for getting started. Registering your account To get started, go to https://durhamcounty.bibliocommons.com/….

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Researching Places in Durham

…127 2 Southwest Durham, Planning and Community Development Dept: Community Facilities and Services March 1986 Small Area Maps 127 2 Southwest Durham, Planning and Community Development Dept: Special Areas March…

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Main Library Sensory Room Policy

…Durham County Board of Commissioners. Durham County Main Library’s Sensory Rooms are not to be used as a base of operations for any club, business, or organization. Room use cannot…

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Multi Sensory Environment

…must be reserved using the library room reservation page by an adult with a full privileges adult library card. Temporary and Computer Use cards may not be used to reserve…

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Large Meeting Room and Study Room Policy

…Any gatherings that occur in large meeting rooms must be open for any member of the community to attend and participate. Gatherings cannot be private meetings, events, or programs. All…

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Ask us

For help, or to leave us a comment via email, use the online form below. A Durham County Library staff member will contact you as soon as possible. Common questions…

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Trustees’ Award

…the public are invited to participate by nominating a staff member. Nomination forms are available online and at every library location during the nomination period. The Trustees’ Award is presented…