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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.

Address: 411 Pujo Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone Number: 337-721-7110
Branch Manager: Brandon Shoumaker
Email: genstaff@calcasieulibrary.org
Online Form: Contact Us 

Parking is available in lots on the south and west sides of the
building near City Hall. Pujo Street is one-way, running east to west.



Mon, Jul 21 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jul 22 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jul 23 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 24 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 25 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 26 Closed
Sun, Jul 27 Closed

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.

Upcoming Genealogy Programs

Genealogy Collection Overview

Print and Digital Resources: Books, periodicals, microfilm, compiled family records, and access to subscription databases.
Vital Records Indexes: Obituary notices from local newspapers, as well as selected marriage and birth records.
Geographic Coverage: Records from most U.S. states, with a strong emphasis on Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, and other states along the Mississippi River. We also feature resources related to Canada and Acadia.
Special Collections: Limited materials on British genealogy and lineage books from patriotic organizations.
Historical Records: Cemetery and church records, parish courthouse documents, military records, compiled family histories, parish histories, and land records.
Research Guides: How-to books and tips for both novice and experienced genealogists, including titles like Tracing Your Family Tree by William Forsyth.

Featured Projects and Initiatives:

C-GOV Channel - Tidbits of HistoryYearbook Digitization ProjectHistory of Mossville, and Reclaim the Records (nonprofit initiative), and the Tidbits of History collection on our YouTube channel – Genealogy playlist.