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Non-Internet Resources The Local History & Genealogy Archives maintains a large collection of books, publications, clippings. CDs, and microfilms. All material is non-circulating, but you can make photocopies or printouts of most materials at $0.10 a page. CDs The Local History and Genealogy Archives has over 300 CDs of information available for public use. A Small Sampling of the Available CDs: 1851 British Census Devon Norfolk Warsick - LDS Acadian-Cajun Family Trees Births - VA Births 1656-1896 - Ancestry.com California Marriage Index and other Selected States 1728-1850 DC CSRA Date of Birth Reference Index 1997, NJ PA DE DC MD VA WV Early Settlers of New York State, 1760-1942 Flood pictures September 2004 - by Charlie Fogle Germans to America 1850-1874 Irish Immigrants to North America 1803-1871 Mayflower Vital Records, Deeds & Wills, 1600s to 1900s New York Genealogical Records 1675-1920 Ohio Land & Tax Records 1787-1840 Quaker Genealogy, Encyclopedia of 1750-1930 Texas Marriage Index and other Selected States 1728-1850 Virginia Land, Marriage & Probate Records 1639-1850 Williamson - Descendants of Samuel Williamson, Fifeshire, Scotland, 1688-1771 Microfilm The Local History and Genealogy Archives maintains an extensive collection of microfilm and has five microfilm readers available for public use. You can make copies of microfilm pages yourself for $ .10 a page or library staff can make copies for you and mail them for $2.00 a page. Some of the Available Microfilms: Probate Court Records Common Pleas Court Records Washington County Auditor/Treasurer Records Soldiers and Infirmary Records Vital Statistic Records for Washington and several surrounding counties in both Ohio and West Virginia Marietta Times, 1803-present. Woodsfield and New Matamoras newspapers. Washington County Census 1800-1920, including 2 tiers of surrounding counties. Washington County Poll Books and Tally Sheets (lists of voters and election results) for all available election years 1864-1908. A good substitute for finding males in Washington County in the in-between census years.

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WIFItop Wi-Fi All of the Washington County Public Libraries are set up for wireless Internet access. Most brands of wireless devices are supported, though sometimes compatibility issues will prevent a device from connecting. Wireless service is available only during normal library business hours. Visitors requiring assistance in using the wireless network can find help at any of the libraries. Remember, wireless access is an unsecured service; therefore, there is a potential security risk associated with its use. If you use the wireless service to transmit personal information such as passwords, bank account numbers, etc., there is a possibility that someone can intercept it with readily available equipment. The Washington County Library is not responsible for the safety of your personal information or your privacy when using the wireless network.

BOOKMOtop Bookmobile The bookmobile is back in operation on a limited schedule, as of January 12, 2026, for private stops, including schools and facilities. If you have questions, please call 740-373-1057 x606. Bookmobile Schedule for June through August 2026 Tuesdays 6/16, 7/7, 7/28, 8/18 10-10:30 am - Harmar Place 10:45-11:15 am - Waterview Pointe 11:30 am- 12 pm- Lancaster House 12:30-1:15 pm - Washington County Home 1:45-3 pm - Glenwood Community Thursdays 6/4, 6/25, 7/16, 8/6, 8/27 9-10 am - Juvenile Center 10-11 am - Jaycee Estates 11:30 am-Noon - Sandhill Childcare 12:15-12:45 pm - Elison Assisted Living 1:15-2 pm - The Arbors at Marietta In the spring of 2016, the library purchased a Sprinter Van to put into service as a bookmobile. This service is still in development and currently makes visits at 24 private facilities as well as 24 public stops throughout the county. The bookmobile carries regular print books, large print books, CDs, and DVDs for all ages. Requests for specific materials can be placed by calling 740-373-1057 x606 or emailing wcw.library@gmail.com at least a week before the next scheduled visit, to give materials time to arrive.

Belpre Branch 2012 Washington Boulevard Belpre, OH 45714 Phone: 740-423-8381 Fax: 740-423-8305 Manager: Cayde Copeland Hours Sunday: Closed Monday - Friday: 10:00 am-6:00 pm Saturday: 10:00 am-2:00 pm The Belpre Public Library current building was opened in 1967, making it the second oldest one in the Washington County Public Library system. However, the library itself dates back to 1795 when the Putnam family opened the first lending library in the Northwest Territory in the Belpre settlement. Though the original building is gone, the current one has a large parking lot in the rear and the building is fully handicapped accessible. The Belpre Library has over 44,000 items in its collection of books, audio books, movies, music CDs, and magazines. As with all Washington County Public Libraries, the Belpre Library has public access computers with printing capabilities, free wi-fi, a photocopy machine, and offers fax service. The library also has a meeting room available for public use. Programs The Belpre Library offers a variety of programs for both children and adults. In addition to regularly scheduled programs, the library also offers special programs throughout the year highlighted by Camp Buckeye, a summer camp for kids. Check the Event Calendar to see what programs are currently being offered. Contact the Belpre Public Library at 740-423-8381 if you have questions about their programs. BelBLtp

Access the digital content that our library provides free of charge. Freading Borrow eBooks to read on your eReader (except Kindle), tablet, or computer without waiting. Apps available for iOS and Android. You must have a Washington County Public Library Card to use this resource. Use This Resource Freading FAQs Freegal Access to about 7 million songs, including Sony Music’s catalog of legendary artists. Limited to 3 downloads per week. Apps available for iOS and Android. You must have a Washington County Public Library Card to use this resource. Use This Resource Freegal FAQs Hoopla Borrow free comics, digital video, music, and audiobooks with your library card. All titles are downloadable so you do not have to be connected to to the Internet to watch or listen. Limited to 10 per month. Apps available for iOS, Android, and Amazon Fire. You must have a Washington County Public Library Card to use this resource. Use This Resource Hoopla Help Kanopy Stream movies, documentaries, TV shows, and more from your library with the Kanopy app! You must have a Washington County Public Library card to use this resource. Use This Resource Kanopy Help Libby Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your Kindle ereader (U.S. only)! It’s free and easy to get started for new users and a streamlined experience for current OverDrive app users. Learn more at overdrive.com/apps/libby/ You must have a participating library's card to use this resource. Use This Resource Tutorial

Board Members The current members and officers of the Board of Trustees are: Ann Stewart (Marietta, OH) - President Committees: Ex-Officio of all Committees Appointed by: County Commissioners Term Expiration: 12/31/2026 Lynn Rough (Belpre, OH) - Vice President Committees: Strategic Planning (Chair) and Personnel Appointed by: Common Pleas Judge Term Expiration: 12/31/2025 Shirley Harmon (Marietta, OH) - Secretary Committees: Facilities & Technology (Chair) and Budget, Finance & Audit Appointed by: Common Pleas Judge Term Expiration: 12/31/2027 Richard Thomas (Belpre, OH) Committees: Nominating (Chair), Facilities & Technology, and Strategic Planning Appointed by: County Commissioners Term Expiration: 12/31/2028 Cathy Piekarski (Marietta, OH) Committees: Personnel (Chair) and Nominating Appointed by: Common Pleas Judge Term Expiration: 12/31/2031 Karen Caltrider (Little Hocking, OH) Committees: Budget, Finance & Audit (Chair) and Facilities & Technology Appointed by: County Commissioners Term Expiration: 12/31/2030 Brandee Norris (Marietta, OH) Committees: Budget, Finance & Audit, Personnel, and Strategic Planning Appointed by: County Commissioners Term Expiration: 12/31/2029

MRtop Meeting Rooms Due to COVID-19 precautions, our meeting rooms are not available for public use at this time. The Barlow, Belpre, Beverly, Marietta, and New Matamoras libraries each have meeting rooms available for use by the public. To reserve a room, contact the library location by phone during regular business hours. Meeting rooms are available to non-profit groups at no charge. There is a $10.00 fee for for-profit groups. Please read the Meeting Room Policies before reserving a room.

Meeting Room Policy Meeting rooms are available to non-profit groups at no charge. There is a $10.00 fee for for-profit groups. The Library Board may make exceptions if the Board deems extenuating circumstances are involved. The fact that a group is permitted to meet at the Library does not in any way constitute an endorsement of the group's policies or beliefs by the Library staff or Board. The room must be reserved in advance and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. It is understood that library programming will have first priority over room use. The group may not charge admission. Refreshments may be served and shall be provided by the group. No smoking is allowed. The people using the room shall leave it in a neat, clean, orderly condition; if not, the group/individual will be given notice that continued offense will result in denied access to the meeting room. The Library is not responsible for any equipment, supplies, materials, clothing, or other items brought to the Library by any group or individual attending a meeting. The Library Board and staff do not assume any liability for groups or individuals attending a meeting in the Library.

MBLtop Perl Totman Videos Perl Totman Documentary Video of Perl Carving by Michael Dickinson

MBLtop 2025 Art in the Alley Dedication & Reception for Perl Totman's Tree Carvings, The Frontiersman and The Pio neer Friday, May 9 at 6 pm at the Local History & Genealogy Archives, 418 Washington Street Perl Totman Videos Art in the Alley Saturday, May 10, 10 am- 7 pm & Sunday, May 11, 11 am-5 pm at the Marietta Branch Library & Washington School Playground, 615 Fifth Street Tentative Saturday Schedule Saturday Activities & Exhibits Community Art Display, Ron Teska stone carvings and photographs, Michael Dickinson paintings and prints, Bill Jacoby wood carving, Bonie Bolen canvas mural painting, LeeAnn Gallucci faces sketch lessons, Marcia E Cole poetry and haiku poems, Perl Totman’s storytelling & video of his tree carving, Yo-Yo Joe Ryckebosch demonstration and lessons, Face Painting, and Yard Games. 2 pm - Yo-Yo Joe at the Basketball Court 3 pm - Marcia E Cole Poetry Reading in the Library Meeting Room Music at the Playground Gazebo 4 pm - George Hausser and the Cow Creek Skylarks 5 pm - Roy Clark Jr. Band 6 pm - LeeAnn Gallucci Tentative Sunday Schedule Sunday Activities & Exhibits Community Art Display Perl Totman’s storytelling & video of his 4 years of carving at the Local History & Genealogy Building, 418 Washington St Ron Teska's Stone Carving Exhibit at the Library Annex 11 am - Drumming Throughout the Day with Elizabeth Bolen and Julie Kronenberger

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