When most of us first start using Ancestry, we immediately type in a name, and maybe a place or year. But are you finding everything you can? Do you even know what each record collection contains? In this article, I will tell you how to look with more intention, more focus. This will save youContinue reading “How To Search Smarter In Ancestry Record Collections”
Over the Halloween weekend, I spent several days at NERGC (New England Regional Genealogical Consortium/Conference). I’ve never been able to go before due to my job. Now that I’m retired and a full-time professional genealogist, it’s important for me to take advantage of any educational opportunities that come my way. But education isn’t just forContinue reading “The Role of Education in Becoming a Better Genealogist”
When you’re researching your family history, it’s easy to focus only on the records like births, deaths, marriages, and census. But are you overlooking a valuable resource? Genealogy societies are filled with the support and expertise you need to find your ancestors and tell their stories. Let’s talk about the different types of genealogy societies,Continue reading “7 Genealogy Societies That Can Boost Your Research”
