Conduct a genealogy records search in Rhode Island using our genealogy records resources.
View our genealogy records resources for the state of Rhode Island. Use these genealogy records to search for birth records, genealogy archives, or to search for vital records online. Genealogy records may contain dates of birth, death location, and other public genealogy record information.
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Search Rhode Island obituary records by name of deceased, publication date or obituary text. |
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Search Rhode Island Statewide Reference Resource Center databases including magazine articles, genealogy resources, language learning, and general reference materials. |
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View information about requesting the Town of Charlestown genealogy research including genealogy links. |
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| washington county |
Search the Town of Richmond library databases including genealogy, newspapers, magazines, and general reference materials. A Clark Memorial Library card is required to access these resources. |
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| washington county |
View the Town of Westerly complete probate estate listing. |
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| providence county |
Search the City of Cranston library databases including genealogy resources, magazine and journal articles, newspapers, local news and events, maps, consumer information, and general reference materials. A Cranston Public Library card is required to access these resources. |
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| providence county |
Search the City of Woonsocket library databases including genealogy resources, archived newspapers, digital Sanborn maps, local news and events, and general reference materials. A Woonsocket Harris Public Library card is required to access these resources. |
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| providence county |
Search the City of Pawtucket library databases including genealogy resources, consumer information, local news and events, and general reference materials. A Pawtucket Public Library card is required to access these resources. |
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| newport county |
Search the Town of Jamestown library databases including genealogy resources, medical information, newspapers, magazines, local news and events, and general reference materials. A Jamestown Philomenian Library card is required to access these resources. |
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| newport county |
Search the Town of Little Compton library databases including genealogy records, books, local news and events, general research materials, and newspapers. A Little Compton Library card is required to access these resources. |
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| newport county |
Search the Town of Portsmouth library databases including genealogy resources, consumer health information, newspapers, local news and events, and general reference materials. A Portsmouth Free Public Library card is required to access these resources. |
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| newport county |
Search the Town of Tiverton library databases including genealogy resources, newspapers, magazine articles, local news and events, and general reference materials. A Tiverton Public Library card is required to access these resources. |
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| kent county |
Search the Town of Coventry library databases including genealogy resources, newspapers, consumer reports, local news and events, and general reference materials. A Coventry Public Library card is required to access these resources. |
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| kent county |
Search the Town of East Greenwich library databases including genealogy resources, magazine articles, and general reference materials. An East Greenwich Free Library card is required to access these resources. |
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| bristol county |
Search the Town of Barrington library online databases including archived newspapers and magazines as well as genealogy resources, local news and events. A Barrington Public Library card is required to access these resources. |
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Below, you will find a list of offices in Rhode Island that may hold genealogy records. When requesting genealogy records from these offices, it's important to be aware of any procedures, requirements, and fees associated with obtaining the records. Contacting the respective office directly will provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding access to genealogy records in Rhode Island.
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150 Empire St, Providence, RI 02903 | (401)-455-8000 | |
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65 Hunts Mill Rd, Rumford, RI 02916 | (401)-438-1750 | |
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300 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840 | (401)-847-8720 | |
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82 Touro St, Newport, RI 02840 | (401)-846-0813 | |
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48 Court St, Bristol, RI 02809 | (401)-253-7223 | |
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1316 Broad St, Providence, RI 02905 | (401)-781-3136 |
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Compiled by: Chris E. | Reviewed by: Blake A. | Last update: 03/13/24
Rhode Island has a variety of genealogy records that are accessible to anyone. These records encompass a wide range of data allowing individuals to access and review available information online. Records can include, but are not limited to, information on birth parents, birth certificates, and other historical family records. We compile our resource lists from reliable government agencies to ensure ease in your search.
If you couldn't find the resource you were searching for, go to the Rhode Island Vital Records page for other public records resources. Looking for something other than vital records in Rhode Island? Search the database of all public records available.
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