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Explore the Southwest Louisiana Genealogical & Historical Library

A brick library with large windows, an accessible entrance, steps, and handrails. A tree nearby and a sign shows the library's status, with a sidewalk and street surrounding it.

Contact the Genealogy Staff

Library Hours
Mon, Feb 03 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Feb 04 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Feb 05 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Feb 06 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Feb 07 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 08 Closed
Sun, Feb 09 Closed


Address
411 Pujo Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601

Parking and Amenities

  • One-hour parking is available along Bilbo Street on the west side of the building.
  • Pujo Street is a one-way street, running from east to west.
  • The public kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator and an ice maker.
Upcoming Genealogy Programs

Resources, Services, and Collections

  • Books, periodicals, microfilm, compiled family records, and subscription databases.
  • Indexes of obituary notices from local newspapers, along with marriage and some birth records.
  • Records from most U.S. states, with a special emphasis on Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, and other states along the Mississippi River, as well as Canada and Acadia.
  • Limited resources on British genealogy and lineage books from patriotic organizations.
  • Cemetery and church records, parish courthouse records, military records, compiled family histories, parish histories, and land records.
  • How-to books and research tips for both novice and experienced genealogists, including titles like Tracing Your Family Tree by William Forsyth. 
  • Projects and resources such as the C-GOV Channel (Tidbits of History), the Yearbook Digitization Project, the History of Mossville, and Reclaim the Records (a nonprofit initiative).
A banner titled "Resources & Websites" with "RESOURCES" in bold, colorful letters and abstract shapes around it.
Banner titled "Maude Reid Scrapbook Index" with a magnifying glass over an open book.
 Banner titled "1895-1896 LC City Directory" displaying names and addresses.
Banner labeled "Obituary Index" heading with a floral background.