Our county-by-county listing of South Carolina has contact information and dates vital records for historic and modern-day counties.

Traverse the peaks and valleys of your family tree with our guide to tracing Appalachian ancestry.

Where to find South Carolina census records, immigration records, land records, maps, vital records and more.

Don't miss a beat in your Palmetto State roots research—we'll teach you the steps.

Use these 75 state-focused genealogy websites to find your ancestors and bust down brick walls.

Although Charleston, SC, is in the spotlight now for its pivotal role in the start of the Civil War, its history stretches back far before the April 12, 1861, firing on Fort Sumter. From the early Charles Town settlement to the Civil War and beyond, use these tips and sources to shed light on your Charleston roots.

Learn more about the Palmetto State.

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Click to your roots from Alabama to Wyoming on these 75 stellar state-focused websites.

Find contact information for archives, libraries and other genealogical organizations in South Carolina.