HCHS Research Services
On-site Research Services
The Howard County Historical Society (HCHS) encourages researchers to visit the HCHS Research Library located on the 2nd floor of Miller Branch Library, 9421 Frederick Rd., Ellicott City, MD.
Researchers are strongly encouraged to make appointments for research assistance.
Visiting Researchers will be charged according to the following fee schedule:
Please note that the first 1/2 hour is free for non-HCHS members and the first 2 1/2 hours of research is free for HCHS members. Patrons will be notified when fees apply.
Basic Search Request
Our volunteers and staff are happy to research specific inquiries using HCHS’s collection. The charge for an one-hour search is $25.00 (Free for HCHS members). Each nonmember receives 30 minutes of free research before HCHS charges $25.00/hour of research pro-rated. Copies and scans are extra. Payment is made for services rendered. The Howard County Historical Society cannot guarantee successful results for each search.
Provide as much information on the online form below . You can expect an initial reply within 3-5 business days. Please note that it may take up to 2 weeks for your request to be completed depending on the depth of your request.