Vermont is our 14th state, the first to join the nation after the Revolution. It also spent some time as an independent nation. Here's Vermont's story.
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Christmas Traditions and Genealogy
What clues do your family's Christmas traditions hold to your genealogy? Heres how to use traditional Christmas customs around the world in genealogy research.
American Indians: Selling American Colonists to Canada
There was a period of time in colonial New Hampshire when colonists were regularly abducted by Indians & sold to the French in Canada. This is why they did it.
The State Capitals: Massachusetts
Boston is the state capital of Massachusetts, and is also one of the oldest state capitals in the country. Founded in 1630, it played an important role in most events in American history, especially...
How to Make Plans to Protect Your Genealogy for Future Generations
Do you know what you are going to do with your genealogy research one day? You have spent a long, loving time gathering it, and you naturally want future generations to enjoy and benefit from it...
The Lost Treasure of Francis Wainwright, Chapter 19: The Treasure of Francis Wainwright
The Willick grandchildren have tracked down the true treasure of Francis Wainwright. And, quite a treasure it is, too. Even more valuable than Philippa’s statue, this is the treasure for which...
Tracing Your Pioneer Ancestors
Do you have pioneer ancestry? What is pioneer ancestry, anyway, since most explorers can be referred to as pioneers? Here is what is unique about American pioneer ancestry, and how you can find your...
The Lost Treasure of Francis Wainwright: Chapter 9: Finding Francis’s Chest
Francis Wainwright’s treasure is apparently kept in his chest. But what is his chest? The Willick grandchildren ponder. Was it his actual chest, or a wooden or metal one? And if it is a chest and not...
Do You Have Any Shaker Ancestors? Here’s How to Trace Them
Do you have Shakers in your family tree? What are Shakers in the first place? Here, you will learn about this unique religious sect and how to find information on any ancestors you had who were part...
How to Begin Researching Your Mayflower Ancestors
Are you a Mayflower descendant, or do you want to prove that you are one? Here are some tips on finding and proving your Mayflower ancestry. After all, there are more than thirty-five million...
Illinois: The State Capitals #13
The city of Springfield, Illinois is the capital city of that state. It was not the first capital, but the third. Yet, it came to be the most important city in the state, besides Chicago. Here is the...
American Folklore: Rhode Island
Rhode Island was an original British colony in North America, and the last colony to ratify the new US Constitution, making it the thirteenth official state. It may be the smallest state in size, but...
The History of the Quakers, and How to Find Your Quaker Ancestors
Do you have Quaker ancestors? If so, your genealogical research will be much easier. Here is the story of the origins of the Quaker religion, as well as how to research your early Quaker ancestors.
Free Genealogy Resources to Bring Your Ancestors to Life
Do you need some excellent free sources of online genealogy records? Here are three websites that are totally free and extremely useful for any genealogist.
3 Genealogy Societies Every Serious Genealogist Should Join
Every genealogist needs to belong to some genealogical organizations, to stay on the cutting edge of research. Here are the three all genealogists should join.