Carolyn Brady
Historical Research in SE Wisconsin
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Please note that due to my current work, I am unable to take on any new long-term projects. I can refer you to another researcher in the Milwaukee area, if needed. At this time, depending on my schedule, I can do some short-term research (look-ups, etc) in Waukesha and western Racine counties, including Waterford, Burlington and vicinity. I do charge for my mileage to travel to research in Milwaukee and other SE Wisconsin locales outside those areas.
What do I do?
I do local historical research, including family, house
and neighborhood history. Although many historical and
genealogical resources are now available through the internet,
the majority of records still sit in local
archives, libraries, court houses, and other repositories. If
you can't visit southeastern Wisconsin in person, I can do the
research for you. If you live in this area and own an old house
or building, I can help you find out more about its history. See some sample projects here. (This
page is full of graphics. If you have a slow connection, you can
use the site map to navigate.)
How much do I charge?
In most cases, I charge $25/hour for research, analysis and
report writing, plus expenses (parking, photocopying, mileage,
etc.). We can discuss your specific research goals, and I do ask
that you give me some idea of your budget, so that I can notify
you if I think the work may take more time than expected. I can
also e-mail weekly summaries to let you know what I have
accomplished so far. I will normally ask for a retainer of $50 to
$100, depending on the complexity of the project. This will count
towards my fee, and should the fee come out less than the
retainer the difference will be returned to you. I will do my
best to make sure you get the most for your money. You can pay me
by check, money order or Pay Pal.
What are my qualifications?
I have a Master's Degree in Public History, and I have
worked for a variety of historical agencies, large and small.
Before becoming a freelance researcher, I was the curator of
Chinqua-Penn Plantation, a house and garden museum in Reidsville,
North Carolina.
Sample Projects:
Milwaukee
Police 3rd District | 1920s Tavern in Cudahy
Takagi
& Yamasaki Family History
|Popple
and Peterman Genealogy
Robert
Wagner & the Milwaukee Furniture Co.
Also at this site
SE
Wisconsin Historical Resources
| Vintage
Photos
Japanese-American
Genealogy Resources
This page updated 6 October 2013
Copyright 2001-2013 C. M. Brady