FamilySearch has billions of records for us to use in our genealogy. But there are 5 overlooked sections of the website that can be beneficial to our research.
You may know that The Library of Congress is the largest library in the world. But did you know that within these millions of items are rich and free genealogy resources?
Thinking about getting started with Family Tree Notebooks? Here are some basic things you should know: 1 /// Family Tree Notebooks is a set of genealogy worksheets designed to help organize your family history Family history is one of those hobbies that can get overwhelming quickly as you try to keep track of all of th
Free genealogy records and websites to help you search for your ancestors and save money. Find your ancestors the frugal way!
Timelines are super helpful for your genealogy research and can help with your brick walls.
I see family history as more than just a collection of names and dates. To me, it is a rich tapestry woven with stories, traditions, and a unique lineage that contributes to my identity. But while…
FamilySearch has billions of records for us to use in our genealogy. But there are 5 overlooked sections of the website that can be beneficial to our research.
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As you progress with your research, recording family history should become an integral part of your process, and you should choose a system that is easy for you, and others, to understand. There are many ways you can organise your genealogical research, such as using a filing system or computer program and making notes using
If your memoir involves lots of historical research such as archives and family history, it can get overwhelming! Here's some tips to simplify the process.
Are you ready to take your Family History efforts to the next level and actually get organized? Do you sometimes feel like you have spent the last hour of “research” mindlessly surfing…
Learning how to evaluate sources found in your genealogy research ensures you’re researching the right person and is a great brick wall busting strategy.
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After reading numerous articles with tips for writing a family history, I have cringed as these articles make the process overly complex and the end result becomes cures for insomnia. Watch this video on YouTube.STOP WRITING BORING FAMILY HISTORIES! Many genealogists dream of writing “The Book” for family history, perhaps you’re one of them. Don’t destroy your admirable goal of turning your filing cabinets of facts into a bound book for your family to appreciate their heritage by printing the wo
Cute poeme that is perfect for any church lesson or talk on Family History or Genelogy Work. It was written by Mable Baker.
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It is wonderful to uncover the facts of an ancestor's life, but putting a face to a name is the most amazing discovery of all. Find out where to look for ancestor photos.
Don’t hide your family history! Show it off with these inspiring projects and gift ideas using your family photos and heirlooms.
Organizing your genealogy using file folders is a simple, affordable way to get your records in order. It’s also easily adaptable so you can find the system that’s best for you.
Articles on Bespoke Genealogy linking to free genealogy resources. Free websites, family history records and much more. British and World genealogy.
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Play one of these great family history games this Easter!
Obituaries are genealogy gold dust. You can learn key details about their life. Here’s how to find obituaries and how to use the clues in them.
Kelley Becker and Neal Varner from AncestryDNA shared new genetic genealogy tools at their site! Some are in beta still, meaning they are brand new and still under development and you have to sign …
The top 10 best selling genealogy research books on Amazon.ca helping beginners or seasoned professionals to find their roots.
For a long time, German census records were thought not to exist. But they do! A leading German genealogy expert tells us how they’ve been discovered and catalogued—and where you can learn about…
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Looking for a gift for the genealogy lover in your life (or yourself)? Check out these fun ideas for family history gifts that you can make yourself!
Family History Ideas for Children and Teens A collection of over 270 articles and blog posts with ideas for teaching, doing, and sharing family history with children and teens. To contribute more i…
Dig deeper in your research to find hidden gems at these four free and underused genealogy websites.
A free printable quick genealogy task list of research tasks to be done in short 15 minute time increments. Get your genealogy moving!
Creating an ancestry photo book can be daunting. You may feel paralyzed about where to begin. Here are my step-by-step tips to make the process manageable and fun.
An introduction to Polish genealogy designed for those just starting out on the paper trail. This guide provides valuable information for beginners and experts!
Looking for a gift for the genealogy lover in your life (or yourself)? Check out these fun ideas for family history gifts that you can make yourself!
Creating an ancestry photo book can be daunting. You may feel paralyzed about where to begin. Here are my step-by-step tips to make the process manageable and fun.
Using a locality guide in your genealogy research is a great way to find all the records you need, efficiently. Ready how and why you need one in this post.