Exploring the homes where our ancestors lived can be a fascinating journey through time. These houses are more than just structures; they are the backdrops of countless family stories, traditions...
Category - Family History
The Art and History of Bedmaking
Learn about the fascinating art and history of bedmaking from our ancestors. Discover why chicken feathers & wooden slats were popular materials for bed construction and how a 'straw tick'...
How did you get your family involved in genealogy research?
Exploring my family's past has always been a fascination of mine. There's something thrilling about delving into old records, photo albums, and books to discover the roots of my ancestry. It's...
The Amazing Story of Horace Greasley
In WWII, one young soldier named Horace Greasley braved a barrage of Nazi soldiers most every night to break out of his prisoner of war camp to meet up with the woman he loved. Each night, he would...
What is the Indo-European Language, and What Does it Have to Do with Your Ancestry?
Are you interested in the origins of languages? One of the largest language groups of the ancient world (possibly THE largest) was known as Indo-European, and hundreds of languages and dialects have...
Are We All Royalty? Mathematics Seems to Prove It
Are you descended from royalty? Most genealogists would love to discover this. It is something that sounds prestigious and gives you bragging rights in genealogical circles. The thing is, mathematics...
Genealogy and the Mormon Church
Family, history, heritage, roots, and ancestry are topics important to those of us who have delved into genealogical research. We want to know to whom we're related, along with the traditions and...
Why You Should Absolutely Take the Time to Document Your Family History Research
Have you started documenting your genealogy yet? If not, you should. Here are the top reasons why documentation is so important in genealogical research.
Home is Where the Records Are: How to Mine Your Closets for Genealogical Gems
Follow your family tree without leaving the house (or logging on). Learn more about ancestors from your own walls, furniture, photos and other genealogical gems.
Tartans: The Key to Clans
Click here to learn about the history of tartans and identify clans from around the world; the tartans are unique to their clans and organizations.
Creating New Genealogists: The Secret
As genealogists, we want our children and grandchildren to be as interested in it as we are, so they will preserve, protect, and continue the work we’ve done. But, how do we instill this interest in...
How Did They End Up There?
Have you ever considered why your ancestors lived where they did? People have been moving throughout human history, but there has usually been a reason. Learning the reason will reveal a lot of new...
Is Tracing Your Health History Important in Your Genealogy Research?
Is getting your family health history done an important part of your genealogy research? It can be. Here's what you need to know about getting tested.
Remembering Pets in Your Family History
People have been living with pets for a long time, and they deserve to be included in your family history narrative. Here's how to do it.
Timelines and Your Family Tree
Have you ever seen a timeline used in genealogy? This is why timelines are very valuable tools in genealogical research.