Libraries & Archives
Finding Genealogy in Library Catalogs
Author - Gena P. OrtegaWhen I was a teenager working at our city library, the only way to search the library's collections was by... Read More
Preserving the Heritage of John Alden and Priscilla Mullins, Mayflower Passengers
Author - Lilly ClevelandThe story of Pilgrims John Alden and Priscilla Mullins is intriguing. John was the cooper aboard the ship Mayflower. His... Read More
Days (And Nights) At Your Museum
Author - Don EdwardsCan you discover genealogical treasures in museums? Museums hold the "first hand history" of artifacts, original records, oral and family... Read More
How May I Help You? Getting The Answers You Need From Government Agencies, Archives & Libraries
Author - Ruth LangOver the years as I have researched my own family tree and those of my clients, I have learned much... Read More
Past The Guardian, Through The Labyrinth: Navigating School Archives
Author - Lou LibertyAll adventures begin with a "call", an urge to explore, discover and bring back Treasure. If the call is answered,... Read More
FamilySearch Centers: Have You Visited One Lately?
Author - Diane L. RichardMy Love Affair With FamilySearch Centers I am writing this as I once again recently spend time at my local... Read More
Hidden Treasures In Overlooked Repositories
Author - Lou LibertyQuestion: What do the following have in common: 1) an American first edition of Winnie The Pooh accompanied by a... Read More
Family History Research At University Libraries
Author - Gena P. OrtegaGo back to school! Well you won't really have to attend a school but one place overlooked by genealogists is the university library. Read More
Accessing Family Treasures In The National Archives
Author - Kathleen BrandtVisiting the National Archives Records Administration (NARA) in Washington D.C., or one of the regional NARA branches, can be a... Read More
Genealogy Research In Special Collections
Author - Amy CoffinGenealogy research often revolves around birth, marriage, death and census records. Find those details and move back to the next... Read More
Genealogy Resources At The Public Library
Author - Amy CoffinThere is a great genealogy resource near you. It contains free accessed to the latest "how-to" books, magazines and historical materials. Computers with the latest genealogy databases are waiting for you to use them. There are classes, lessons, special events and a staff whose sole purpose is to help you find the information you need. Read More
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