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Microfilm Publications


About the Microfilm Publications Catalog

The Microfilm Publications Catalog is a searchable web database of NARA's almost 3,400 numbered microfilm publications. The described microfilm include those created by or purchased by NARA for researcher use.

Microfilm may be searched by keyword, microfilm IDs, Record Group Number, and/or NARA location. Each description indicates all NARA locations that have copies of a microfilm publication in part or in full. Every microfilm description also indicates whether or not the microfilm is for sale and, if for sale, provides a link to information about where and how it may be purchased. Individual rolls or a complete set (all rolls in a publication) may be purchased. All copies are on a silver-halide positive film. Also available online are subject-oriented guides called "Catalogs of Microfilm Publications," which contain both detailed descriptions of the original records and roll-by-roll listings for some microfilm publications.

Most of NARA's microfilm publication roll lists and descriptive pamphlets are not online. By searching for microfilm publications in the Microfilm Publications Catalog however, you will be able to find out if a roll list or descriptive pamphlet is available. You will need to contact one of the NARA locations listed in the Viewing Location field(s) of the microfilm publication description to find out how to get a copy of the descriptive pamphlet or roll list.

Please note: NARA has produced specific microfilm catalogs which often include roll-by-roll listings. Some of these are available online. Additionally, some of NARA's regional records services facilities allow users to reserve microform readers. Please review the online information for the facility you plan to visit. If they take reservations, contact the facility in advance to reserve a reader.

Further information on some of the most frequently-used microfilm resources can be found on the Genealogy Page, as well as in overviews of census and military service microfilm holdings, research, and ordering.


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