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Massachusetts Newspaper Obituary Guide

Your comprehensive resource for accessing obituaries and genealogical information from Massachusetts newspapers.

Boston Globe Newspaper

Introduction

Welcome to our detailed guide on accessing obituaries from Massachusetts newspapers. This resource is invaluable for genealogical research, helping you uncover vital information about births, engagements, weddings, and deaths in the Bay State.

Why This Guide Matters

  • Rich Historical Context: Newspaper obituaries often provide detailed information about individuals and families, offering insights into local history and genealogy.
  • Extensive Coverage: Our guide covers newspapers from various counties across Massachusetts, ensuring broad access to information.
  • Time-Saving Resource: We've compiled links and date ranges for multiple newspapers, streamlining your research process.

How to Use This Guide

  1. Find Your County: Locate the relevant Massachusetts county in our list.
  2. Choose a Newspaper: Select from the available newspapers within that county.
  3. Note the Date Range: Check the coverage dates to ensure they match your research needs.
  4. Access the Archive: Click the provided link to access the newspaper's online archive.

Massachusetts Newspapers by County

Berkshire County

Bristol County

Dukes County (Martha's Vineyard)

Essex County

Middlesex County

Suffolk County (Boston)

Worcester County

Additional Resources

Suffolk County (Greater Boston) Published Newspaper Obituary Indexes

Available In Person Only at Boston Public Library

  • Daily Advertiser (1875-1884)
  • Courant (1721-1725)
  • Evening Post (1740-1776)
  • Evening Transcript (1875-1941)
  • Gazette (1720-1785)
  • Globe (1953-present)
  • Herald (1953-present)
  • Boston Magazine (1784)
  • Boston News-Letter (1704-1763)
  • Recorder & Telegraph (1827-1828)
  • Columbian Centennial (1784-1900)
  • Continental Journal (1776-1784)
  • Independent Chronicle (1777-1800)
  • Massachusetts Spy (1775)
  • New England Chronicle (1765-1795)
  • New England Journal (1726-1730)

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About Our Research

Our research staff has access to most daily and weekly Massachusetts newspapers, including:

These resources are available through the extensive microfilm collection at Boston Public Library in Copley Square.