Local History Resources

The Emporia Public Library's collection of local newspapers on microfilm, indexes, directories, and other resources are available for researchers. Below is our list of collections: 

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Microfilm & Reader. Our microfilm reader and computer is available for staff to print and scan microfilm for patrons. Our collection includes:

• The Emporia Gazette

• Lyon County newspapers

• Lyon County marriage records

• Emporia city directories

• Lyon County Kansas census records

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Indexes and Directories Available

• Hodge Indexes

  • Indexes to death notices in the Emporia Gazette 1892-2012​

  • Indexes to early Emporia and Lyon County newspapers

• Polk Directories

  • Emporia city directories dating back to the 1950s​

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Other Resources:

• Lyon County History Center has the Lyon County Archives

• Find a Grave has many graves listed with pictures

• Fold3 provides access to military records

• Heritage Quest provides access to Census Reports, City Directories, and more