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Genealogy Q&A: Preserving Your Family Tree
📞 Dial in Your Genealogy Queries: Want to have your burning questions about family history featured? Just call us at 1-513-666-9164 and leave your question on the line. It's as simple as that! Your...
Ancestral Adventures: Genealogy with Local Societies
Exploring family history is akin to solving a captivating mystery across time. Often underestimated, historical genealogy societies hold the key to this enthralling puzzle. Their dedication to...
Loving Your Local Historical Genealogy Society
Joining a historical genealogical society is a great idea for anyone who is interested in the local history of their town, city, or village, and/or is eager to research their ancestors or help others...
Uncover the Riches of Colonial History
The entire New England area is rich in colonial history, much of it faithfully documented by local historians.
Who Are the Black Dutch?
Were you told you have Black Dutch ancestry, but don't know what it means? It means a lot of different things. Here is what you need to know about these people.
Vivian Maier: The Great Artists
Vivian Maier’s photography is a brilliant body of work that showcases street photography at it’s best. Learn about her life and artwork here.
Is Fold3.com Worth the Money for Your Genealogy Research?
Fold3 is a genealogy website that specializes in military records. Partnered with the National Archives and Ancestry, it includes records from every American war and military action, as well as...
How Given Names Can Help You Identify Your Ancestor
Did you know first names can be big clues in your genealogy research? Here's how they can be helpful, as well as an example of how to use them in your research.
What is Griffith’s Valuation of Ireland?
Are you familiar with Griffith's Valuation of Ireland? If not, now is the time to become acquainted with it. It is invaluable in mid-19th century Irish research.
A Closer Look at Passenger Lists #1
Passenger records are an excellent source of genealogical information. People have been exploring the world by sea for thousands of years, and often used sea routes to settle in the new places they...
A Closer Look at Genealogy Organizing Tips #1
Getting your genealogy organized is one of the best things you can do to make your research easier on you. When your genealogy is properly organized, it is quick and easy to find the person you need...
A Closer Look at Reading Maps #1
Maps have been around since antiquity. As time and technology have gone on, they have become more accurate and useful to genealogists. Yes, maps are an important part of all genealogy work. If you...
A Closer Look at Passenger Lists #2
Passenger lists of ships of immigrants to the United States are valuable research tools for genealogists. There is a wealth of information on individual immigrants that can potentially be found in...
Must-Have Genealogy Books for Your Personal Library #2
“The Everything Guide to Online Genealogy,” by Kimberly Powell, is another must-have genealogy book for your personal library. This book helps you navigate the seemingly infinite world of the...