FamilySearch is one of the most valuable (and free) genealogy websites out there. But if you’ve only used the basic search bar, you’re missing out on a lot of records. There are many different ways to search FamilySearch, and each one can open new doors in your research. Today, I’ll walk you through all theContinue reading “How To Search FamilySearch Collections Like A Genealogy Pro”
Have you ever heard of the Works Projects Administration (WPA)? If not, this will take you back to high school history class and the days of President Roosevelt and his New Deal. History plays an important part in genealogy, helping us understand our ancestors and their stories. In this blog post, you’ll learn about theContinue reading “Finding Unexpected Genealogy Value In WPA Records”
As genealogists, we know not everything is online. Sometimes our research takes us to physical repositories (libraries, archives, etc.). Well, the same can be true for genealogy reference books. Sure, you may be able to find online versions, but there’s nothing like holding a book in your hand and flipping through the pages, finding whatContinue reading “Affordable Ways To Build A Genealogy Library”
