Genealogy Collection
The library has a limited collection of genealogical materials, which includes a few genealogy research books and several scrapbooks from area residents.
Cemetery Records
Cemetery records are located at Aplington's City Hall at 409 10th Street and can be reached by calling 319-347-2425.
"Aplington News" Digital Archive
Some of your local genealogy questions may be directed here. In 2013, Aplington News was digitized and is now searchable online. The years from 1890 to 1962 are available. In 1962, the Aplington News became part of the Parkersburg Eclipse. To access information, go to the link below and enter your search items.
Kothe Memorial Library in Parkersburg has records of the Eclipse News Review (1872-1969) and Parkersburg Eclipse (1969-2023).
If you have questions or concerns about using this service, please feel free to contact us at 319-347-2432, and we will try to assist you. We hope you enjoy using this new service provided by the Aplington Legion Memorial Library.
Iowa Heritage Digital Collection
The Iowa Heritage Digital is an "online repository of Iowa history and culture, maintained by the State Library of Iowa, which brings together digital resources of Iowa libraries, museums, historical societies, and other cultural institutions to enhance access to and preserve long-term accessibility of these valuable materials." (IHDC)