A Beginner’s Guide to Researching Your Mexican Ancestry
Do you have Mexican heritage? If so, this simple guide will help you begin to search for your ancestors online and locate quality resources where you can find additional help.
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How to Find and Use the Unique, Early U.S. Censuses of 1790 to 1830
In this guide we’re going to learn how to harness one of the most underused genealogical resources of the late 18th and early 19th centuries: the U.S. Censuses of 1790 to 1830. These gems can be a bit daunting with their tick marks and handwritten surnames, but they can contain some very helpful information when used correctly.
Can Your Family Tree Pass the 5 Step “Proof” Test?
The Genealogical Proof Standard helps genealogists sort out, verify, and document facts through simple, straightforward guidance.
African American Genealogy: A Guide to Finding Your Ancestors Online
Anyone who has spent time doing family history research knows the many challenges involved in building a family tree with complete and accurate information – but researching African American ancestors can present its own unique set of complications. In this guide we talk about how to get started, discuss common challenges and highlight the best resources to help you uncover your family’s roots.
How to Use Your Ancestor’s Birth Year to Find the Best U.S. Records
Knowing the estimated year your ancestor was born can help you pinpoint critical record collections to search, adding new details to your tree. Here are a list of databases, organized by date, to get you started now.
These Are Some of the Rarest Last Names in the US: Do You Have One in Your Tree?
Rare surnames can make the job of being a family history researcher easier. Here is a list of 100 of the rarest last names in the U.S. and help for finding out how unusual your family names actually are.
The Powerful Genealogy Hints Tool You’ve Probably Never Used
Here’s how to find hundreds, or even thousands, of new facts and stories about your ancestors with one simple tool.
5 Things You Need to Know About Researching UK Ancestors
Researching ancestors who came from the United Kingdom can be complex and confusing. Here are five important things to know when starting out on your journey.
Free Family Tree Lesson Plans for Kids and Teens
Free family history lesson plans can make the job of teaching genealogy to kids and teens simple and fun. Here are the very best resources for homeschoolers, classroom educators and librarians.
Can You Find Your Ancestors in These Old English Criminal Records?
You don’t have to have murderers or famous outlaws in your family tree to make use of criminal records in your research. If you have ancestors who lived in England in the last three and a half centuries you do not want to miss the vast (and free) collections of The Old Bailey Online and its sister site the Digital Panopticon.