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Archival databases help surveyors, historians, educators, lawyers, students, landmen, and anyone else interested in accessing Texas history.

Archival Databases

Search the Land Grant Database and the Map Store and Database to access the 37 million documents and maps housed at the General Land Office.

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Land Grant Database

More than 6 million documents have been digitized. Access and search our land grant archive.

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Map Database and Store

Explore Texas maps and documents from the early sixteenth century through today and download or purchase a reproduction.

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Surname Index

Alphabetical listing of grantees and patentees that were issued land grants.

A vintage map of the Texas and Pacific Railway.

View Archival Collections

The GLO’s diverse collections provide valuable information about the history of Texas public lands. Start here to learn more.

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Spanish Collection Catalogues

Since 1837, the GLO has worked to translate its foundational Spanish Collection. These three catalogues bring Spanish and Mexican land records to your fingertips.

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