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Vertical Files

Brookside Museum's Research Library maintains over 300 vertical files for the use of researchers. Vertical files contain a variety of documents related to specific topics in Saratoga County. Vertical files are organized by geographic region, then by topic. Some files are fairly detailed, while some may contain only a single sheet of paper.  Brookside is not responsible for the quality or quantity of the documents in the files. 

Those unable to visit Brookside in person may purchase a photocopied file for a fee.  A complete listing of our vertical files is available to view as an Adobe PDF document. This document is searchable and includes the pricing of each file. All prices listed are subject to change, please confirm file prices with staff prior to approving your payment. Prices listed do not include shipping. Shipping costs generally run about 25% of your total. Please allow three to four weeks for delivery as there can be a backlog.

We cannot offer refunds if the file does not contain the information you seek.  Unfortunately, due to our limited staff, we are not able to list the contents of the files for you prior to purchase. Prepayment is required. 

About our library/ facility
Rules and regulations for library use
Donating historic items

Online Collections Database
Surname Files
Vertical Files
Resources outside of Brookside

Photocopy services
Image Reproductions
Research Services

Vertical File Listing
The surname file listing is in Adobe PDF format. You must have the Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer to view this document. Need to download Adobe Acrobat? 
Click here.

To search the listing:

1. Open the PDF document (Click here.)

2. Click on the binoculars
OR
Click Edit, then click Search

3. Type the name of the topic you are searching for

OR, browse the entire file contents. 

We accept MasterCard, Visa, personal checks, and money orders. Payment by credit card must include your name as it appears on the card, the card number, and the expiration.

By Mail/ Fax: Please download and print the Surname/ Vertical File Request Form. Submit the form with payment to:

Surname Files 
Brookside Museum
6 Charlton Street
Ballston Spa, NY  12020

OR

(f) 518.885.4055

By Email: To order, please provide all the information that is included on the Surname/ Vertical File Request Form and send to info@brooksidemuseum.org.