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streekarchief-midden-holland-optimized

Searches indexed genealogical records via the Memorix Genealogy REST API and returns structured JSON.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#archives#rest-api#genealogy#netherlands#memorix-api#records-search#gouda
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rdeknijf/ai-genealogy-kit --skill streekarchief-midden-holland-optimized
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: streekarchief-midden-holland-optimized
Source: https://github.com/rdeknijf/ai-genealogy-kit/tree/main/.claude/skills/streekarchief-midden-holland
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rdeknijf/ai-genealogy-kit --skill streekarchief-midden-holland-optimized

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Search indexed person records at Streekarchief Midden-Holland (samh.nl) via the Memorix Genealogy REST API. No browser automation needed — returns structured JSON in ~50ms per query. Based in Gouda, covers municipalities: Gouda, Haastrecht, Schoonhoven, Waddinxveen, Noord-Waddinxveen, Moerkapelle, Moordrecht, Ammerstol, Broek, Vlist, and surrounding areas in the Midden-Holland region of South Holland. 3M+ person records with DTB (doop/trouw/begraven), BS (geboorte/huwelijk/overlijden), and Inschrijvingaktes. 36 Knijf results found, including Gijsbert de Knijf records in Gouda and van der Knijf in Waddinxveen. Scans available for most records. Triggers on: "search Gouda archive", "Streekarchief Midden-Holland", "SAMH", "Haastrecht records", "Schoonhoven records", "/streekarchief-midden-holland", or any genealogy research in the Gouda/Midden-Holland area. No login required. Parallelizable — run multiple queries simultaneously.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • REST API-based search over 3M+ indexed records with direct JSON responses.
  • No browser automation required; fast, server-side lookup for Gouda-area genealogy.
  • Use cases include surname, place, and deed-type queries across the Midden-Holland region.

Quick Start

Run a Gouda search for 'Knijf' to retrieve matching records from the Streekarchief Midden-Holland API.

Frequently Asked Questions about streekarchief-midden-holland-optimized

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I search genealogy records for the Gouda area without browser automation?▼

Search genealogy records for the Gouda area by querying the Memorix Genealogy REST API directly. This returns structured JSON results in ~50ms per query, eliminating the need for slow browser automation while accessing 3M+ indexed person records.

What types of historical records are available for Midden-Holland genealogy searches?▼

Midden-Holland genealogy searches return DTB (doop/trouw/begraven), BS (geboorte/huwelijk/overlijden), and Inschrijvingaktes records. These 3M+ indexed person records cover Gouda, Haastrecht, Schoonhoven, Waddinxveen, and surrounding South Holland municipalities.

Can I run multiple Memorix API genealogy queries in parallel?▼

Yes, you can run multiple Memorix API genealogy queries in parallel. The REST API integration supports simultaneous querying without requiring login, allowing rapid discovery across surname, place, and deed-type filters for the Streekarchief Midden-Holland database.

Do I need an API key to search the Streekarchief Midden-Holland records database?▼

No login or private API key is required to search Streekarchief Midden-Holland records. The Skill integrates a public Memorix API key to provide direct access to indexed person records and return structured JSON responses for genealogy research.

How do I filter Dutch genealogy searches by surname and municipality?▼

Filter Dutch genealogy searches by supplying surname and place parameters to the REST API. This filters across 3M+ Midden-Holland records, retrieving specific deed types and person records from municipalities like Gouda, Vlist, and Moordrecht.

Are scanned images available for genealogy records returned by the Memorix API?▼

Yes, scanned images are available for most genealogy records returned by the Memorix API. These scans are accessible for various DTB and BS records found across the Midden-Holland municipalities, allowing direct viewing of original historical documents.

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