LibGuides: Land Records at MNHS: Overview

Overview

The Gale Family Library has a wealth of land record resources. Land records can reveal how the land was used over time, how the boundaries and natural features of the property have changed, the value of the land, and who the previous owners were. Included in our collections are records of acquisition, sale, the federal survey of Minnesota and the initial transfer of title of public lands, tax and assessment records, as well as maps and other geographical sources.

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Research Options

Visit the MNHS Library
Original materials, records, and newspapers on microfilm are available on site and reference staff can help with research.
MNHS Research Services
Order copies of records, articles, or other specific materials from the MNHS collections.
Interlibrary Loan
MNHS loans out most microfilm materials. Contact your local library for more information and assistance with this service.
Online Research
Some items such as newspapers, articles, photos and objects are available online. Look for links within this guide.
Other Libraries
Many books listed in the Secondary Sources page can be borrowed from other libraries.