Research Request
Shannon Historical Associates offers professional historical and genealogical research services for individuals, families, authors, and organizations seeking to uncover the past. Our research focuses on locating historical records, documenting burial sites, tracing family histories, and preserving the stories of forgotten places and communities.
If you are interested in requesting research, please complete the form below with as much detail as possible. Providing accurate names, dates, locations, and known information will help us conduct a more efficient and thorough investigation.
If you are interested in requesting research, please complete the form below with as much detail as possible. Providing accurate names, dates, locations, and known information will help us conduct a more efficient and thorough investigation.
What We Can Research
Our research services may include, but are not limited to:
|
Genealogical Research:
|
Historical Research:
|
Research Fees
Research is billed at $15.00 per hour, with a $45 non-refundable research initiation fee required before work begins. This fee covers the initial evaluation of your request, record searches, and research preparation.
Additional expenses such as archival copy fees, document printing, or record retrieval costs may apply and will be discussed with you if necessary.
Additional expenses such as archival copy fees, document printing, or record retrieval costs may apply and will be discussed with you if necessary.
Payment and Billing
Invoices are issued once research has been completed unless otherwise arranged. We accept payment via:
- PayPal
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
Before Submitting Your Request
To help us assist you efficiently, please include:
- Full names of individuals involved
- Known dates (birth, death, marriage, etc.)
- Locations (city, county, state)
- Cemetery names or suspected burial locations
- Any documents or information you already possess
Submit a Research Request
Once your request is received, Shannon Historical Associates will review the information and contact you regarding the scope of the research, estimated timeline, and next steps.