The Northwest Branch could not have found a more convenient site for its library than the Potchefstroom library 1stfloor. The branch library provides members with access to more than 150 family registers, more or less 5000 funeral notices and the Museum's collection of historical documents. Local newspapers, published as early as 1905, photographs and maps of considerate historical value and publications on the local history of Potchefstroom and South Africa (for instance the Boer War and the Great Trek) are at members' fingertips. For an updated version of the the bibliography The Branch's library at the Potchefstroom library  is open weekdays from 9:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 16:30 and no entrance fees are required. Genealogical Sources: Potchefstroom Library Admission is free. The Library receives genealogical queries daily and this is reponded to by knowledgeable museum staff members and branch members. For enquiries or comments find our contact details by clicking on the "Contact Us" on the right-hand side guide.