Why You Should be Researching Court Records
Researching court records may require some advanced genealogical skills, but the benefits are worth the effort. Lisa Louise Cooke helps a reader get out of a genealogical slump and makes the case for why you should be researching court records. Our reader shared: I...
3 Ways to Improve Your Genealogy Blog
Creating and maintaining a genealogy blog is a fun and rewarding way to share your family history. Blogging is also effective in finding cousin connections! If you are worried your blog isn't pulling in the cousins you expected, elevate your ranking in search results...
Upcoming Events and Lectures for Lisa
We know you want to keep up-to-date with where Lisa will be giving her lectures and presentations. This fall, we have three upcoming events. Here all the details: Upcoming Events: Kansas The Johnson County Genealogical Society will be holding an all day seminar on the...
Learn to Leapfrog by Speaking Google’s Language!
Speaking Google's language will have you "genealogy leapfrogging!" It's a new phrase coined by Gems reader, Steve, after his amazing discovery using the Google search techniques shared by Lisa in a recent lecture. You too can make some giant leaps in your genealogy...
New and Updated Genealogy Collections from Around the World
This week, we bring you new and updated record collections from genealogy societies around the world. We are often familiar with the record sets available at FamilySearch, Findmypast, and MyHeritage, but many more wonderful virtual repositories exist online. Check out...
Google Books for Genealogy Success Story
Using Google Books for genealogy is a successful tool to many. A Gem's reader shares the remarkable story she uncovered using the tips for using Google Books she learned from a recent Genealogy Gems Premium podcast. From Genealogy Gems Premium member: “Hi Lisa, I was...
Premium Podcast Episode 139: Chris Cleave, WWII and More
Genealogy Gems Premium Podcast episode 139 features best-selling novelist Chris Cleave, WWII newspaper tips, new Evernote vs. One Note comparisons and more! Genealogy Gems Premium members can dive into the days of World War II in the newly-released Premium episode...
Wedding Bells are Ringing Across the U.S. with New and Updated Marriage Records
It's not really wedding season, but we are hearing wedding bells across the United States! New and updated marriage records are dotting the country. Among other record finds this week, we share new sources from Latin America and Nicaragua. United States - New York -...
New Netflix Documentary: Twins Separated at Birth Reunited by Social Media
A new documentary on Netflix tells the story of twins who were separated at birth--sent to different countries--who rediscovered each other through YouTube and Facebook. Become inspired and learn the remarkable story of how they were reunited by social media. A new...
Google Slides for Genealogy
You can use Google Slides for genealogy to create one-of-a-kind presentations, a virtual scrapbook, or a virtual library list...and it's free! Here's how to take advantage of yet another awesome Google tool. I was recently asked if there was a software program or app,...
5 Stunning WWII Photos of the London Blitz: Everyone Brave is Forgiven
Check out these compelling WWII photos! These remind me of the vivid scenes in the best-selling novel Everyone Brave is Forgiven by Chris Cleave. Recently, I've been inspired and riveted by the stories in Everyone Brave is Forgiven, the current Genealogy Gems Book...
Local Histories Found in New and Updated Genealogical Records
Search through new and updated genealogical records and histories galore. We are covering the world this week, reaching places we haven't touched on before. Search records from familiar collections in Canada and the U.S., then check out what's new in Russia and Ghana....
Texas State Genealogical Society Conference 2016 Welcomes Lisa Louise Cooke
Texas State Genealogical Society Conference 2016 is coming up next month and there is still time to register! Learn from some of the elite genealogists in the field, including our own Lisa Louise Cooke. Pre-Conference Research Day The Texas State Genealogical Society...
Getting Genealogy Organized for Genealogy Gems Premium Members
Getting genealogy organized is just one of the topics we cover here at Genealogy Gems, and Premium Members have exclusive access to podcast and video content to help you accomplish that goal. We've put together a step-by-step plan for getting the most...
RootsTech 2017 Open for Registration
It's that time of year again! RootsTech 2017 is officially open for registration. Each year, eager genealogists around the world excitedly wait to get the message that RootsTech registration is officially open. Well, here is your special announcement: As of September...
Photo Editing Apps and Software for Family History
Every where we go, we are snapping pictures. Whether you are interested in capturing your current family history or want to preserve the past through pictures, photo editing apps and software are a must! Read more to learn what software and apps are out there for the...
New and Updated Genealogical Records for Ireland, Scotland, Korea, and More!
We are digging deep into these new and updated genealogical records this week. We begin with several genealogical records for Ireland and Scotland, then new additions in Argentina. To end our list, a couple of fun finds in Minnesota and the state of Washington!...
“I Lost My Photos on My Phone!!” Here’s What You Need to Do
Using your mobile device for genealogy is a great idea, but with that convenience takes some additional know-how. Back-up your mobile device images in a few simple steps and you'll never say, "I lost my photos on my phone!" "I lost my photos on my phone!!" This is NOT...
