Self-Research

The Leonard L. Harding, Jr. Library, located within Promont and administered by GMAHS, is a great starting point for Milford area historical research. The Library is available by appointment by calling 513/248-0324; or, you may email the GMAHS Librarian at library@milfordhistory.net to schedule a visit.

Assisted-Research

GMAHS offers assisted-research services conducted by knowledgeable volunteers. This service includes up to two hours of research and a written report of results.

To quickly check to see if your research request is feasible, you may send an email to library@milfordhistory.net to the Librarian with your inquiry. If we think your request is possible (or not), we will let you know within 7-10 business days. If it’s practical to proceed, then you must formally initiate the using the GMAHS Research Request Form.

Fees and Expectations

  • The fee to initiate a formal request is $20 per ancestor/topic.
  • The $20 initiation fee includes up to two hours of research and a brief summary of results.
  • If the GMAHS Librarian feels additional time is required to satisfy the inquiry, the GMAHS Administrator will contact you with a quote prior to proceeding.

Getting Started

  • You can access the GMAHS Research Request Form online [Download not found]. Or, you can request a paper copy of the form by email to library@milfordhistory.net.
  • This form should be completed with as much pertinent information as possible on the individual and/or topic of interest. Feel free to attach additional documentation, as appropriate.
  • Mail your form, along with a check payable to Library/GMAHS for $20, and mail it to:

Library, GMAHS, 906 Main Street, Milford, OH 45150

Questions?

If you have questions about the research process, please contact the GMAHS Librarian at library@milfordhistory.net. Please note that we cannot accept research requests, or questions, by phone.

Note:  The Greater Milford Area Historical Society is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and charitable contributions are welcome. We are also currently accepting documented family histories to add to our collection.

 

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