At the Lombard Historical Society, we welcome scholars, museum professionals, LHS members, and interested public members to submit a research request.
Have a question about your home, business, person, underground railroad, or genealogy?
Please note that general research requests are handled online by LHS staff and volunteers by filling out the form below.
For more information about research requests please read below.
Have a question? Click here to email one of our staff members.
Learn More About Research Requests
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Please fill out the request form online below. Please add as much specific information as possible including names and dates, as well as information and sources already found.
Requests are addressed in the order they are received.
One of our skilled volunteers will look into your request for you.
We charge a research request fee of $20.00.
Click here to pay the research request fee.
Members receive one FREE research request yearly.
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On-site research is available for in-person research by pre-approved appointment only to university students, scholars, and researchers. Scheduling is based on staff availability.
Photocopies will only be produced if the materials can be copied without damage, and the request is within the copyright law. Photocopies will be made by museum staff only.
There is no fee for students, scholars, and researchers
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Please be aware that all research requests are handled in the order in which they are received.
Response time is approximately 2-6 weeks depending on the request.