Research

The research library at the Groton History Center includes:

Histories of Groton
Histories of surrounding towns
Family Genealogies
Groton Vital Records
Maps of Groton

Our newsletters are now searchable!

Other resources that are available include:

19th and early 20th century Groton newspapers
18th and 19th century documents
18th and 19th century ledgers and record books

Not all materials are in a condition to withstand photocopying and staff will have the final authority to decide which materials are suitable. Photocopies can be made for 25 cents per sheet. To set up a research visit please contact the Groton History Center.

If you are unable to visit, minimal research by staff will be completed free of charge. Additional research will be completed by staff at a rate of $20/hour for members and $25/hour for non-members. This service will take place only after discussion and written agreement between researcher and staff member.

Please note, we do not guarantee success in finding material.
Research fees are measured in time, not quantity of materials found.

Other Resources:

Digital Commonwealth: Explore historical collections from libraries, museums, and archives across Massachusetts

Groton Public Library Historical Resources

Groton Archaeology Survey, 2011 

Groton Agricultural Survey, 2011

Groton Memories: Oral history videos with Groton residents

Archives at the Groton Town Hall

William P. Wharton Diaries