DocumentManuscript collections can contain genealogical gems. Letters, diaries, photographs, histories, and many more information-packed wonders reside in repositories around the world. Many repositories are digitizing parts of their collections and making them available online, so we don’t have to take a trip to access the information you're looking for, but finding these collections can still be a challenge. Use this document to learn how to search for online collections, use finding aids to determine their usefulness for your research, and locate amazing records.