Genealogy Conferences in 2016: Lisa Louise Cooke’s Calendar
Will you be at any genealogy conferences in 2016? Lisa will! She'd love to meet you. Here's the trick: register in advance so you get the best prices, hotels and more. Are you planning to attend any genealogy conferences in 2016? Conferences are great for learning...
3 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Mobile Device
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Why Google Bought YouTube–And Why That’s Good for Genealogy!
Using YouTube for genealogy can be so effective partly because of who owns YouTube: Google! In 2006, Google acquired YouTube, a video-sharing website, not long after it was launched. Ten years later, YouTube claims the attention of a billion people around the world: a...
We Dig These Gems! New Genealogy Records Online
Here's our weekly roundup of cool new genealogy records online. Should you search any of these: an 1831 England census substitute; parish records for Hertfordshire; images of French forts in North America; Michigan death records; outgoing passenger lists for the US...
You’re Invited! Genealogy Gems Book Club Open House at RootsTech 2016
You're invited to a special event at RootsTech 2016: the Genealogy Gems Book Club Open House! Do you follow the Genealogy Gems Book Club? It's a no-commitment, virtual way to experience our must-read list for family history lovers. We feature best-selling novels,...
This Ancestor Wrote a Poem like “Where I’m From”
Recently Genealogy Gems podcast listeners penned their own versions of a family history poem, "Where I'm From." This listener found that his ancestor wrote one, too. Recently I got a lovely email from Scott, a Genealogy Gems Premium website member whom I've heard from...
Military Bounty Land: Can You Claim Your Ancestor’s Share?
Can a descendant claim an ancestor's unused military bounty land award? Judy Russell, the Legal Genealogist, takes on this question in the newest episode of the free Genealogy Gems podcast. "We have a copy of our great-great-grandfather's [bounty land] warrant from...
We Dig These Gems: New Genealogy Records Online
Each week, we dig through new genealogy records online and post the "gems" here. Should YOU be digging through any of these for your ancestors? ENGLAND ELECTORAL REGISTERS. Findmypast.com has posted over 74,000 electoral registers from Plymouth and West Devon, England...
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 187: Judy Russell on Law and More
Listen to the free Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 187! The Legal Genealogist Judy Russell answers a fabulous listener question and MORE. Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 187 has just been published! In this episode, Lisa welcomes Judy Russell, AKA "The Legal...
New Genealogy Gems Book Club Title: Orchard House
The first Genealogy Gems Book Club featured selection for 2016 has been announced. It's a mouthwatering memoir of food and family. Check it out! The newest Genealogy Gems Book Club selection was just announced in the Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 187! The new title...
A “Where I’m From” Video and More from Our Poetry Contest
Here are the results from the Genealogy Gems "Where I'm From" poetry contest. They include this fantastic short video version. Check it out! During the last quarter of 2015, we ran a family history writing contest inspired by a poem by George Ella Lyon called "Where...
Family History Software for Mac: Recommendations from You
Are you a Mac genealogist? Check out these family history software for Mac recommendations sent in by Genealogy Gems listeners. Recently we've been talking about the importance of keeping your master family tree in family tree software on your computer, especially in...
Keeping up with Online and Master Family Trees: Family Tree Maker Questions Answered
Want tips to keep your online trees current with the master version in your family tree software? I've fielded several questions recently from Family Tree Maker users that might be useful to everyone. In the wake of the announced retirement of Family Tree Maker...
Tune In During 2016! How to Listen to the Free Genealogy Gems Podcast
Looking for a fresh, motivating and FREE resource for learning to do family history? Tune in to my free, award-winning Genealogy Gems podcast. Here's how. Recently I heard from Alan with this question: "I am still trying to get a grip on podcasts. Can you fill me in...
We Dig These Gems! New Genealogy Records Online
Every week, we dig through new genealogy records online and post the "gems" we find here. It's a long list this week to catch up from our holiday break: which of these records may mention your ancestors? ALASKA VITAL RECORDS. A new FamilySearch collection includes...
How to Save Time and Actually FIND the Ancestors You’re Looking For
A recent experience reminded me how important it is to invest time getting to know the things we work with--whether they're genealogy databases or a new piece of technology.The ProblemThe other day I was trying to do something I thought was very simple:...
Russian Genealogy: A New Russian-American Digital Archive
A new digital archive sheds light on the little-known Russian-American immigrant experience. If you're an American researching your Russian genealogy, you will be happy to know about a new digital archive. The Fort Ross Conservancy Digital Archive is a free online...
NGS 2016: Now Open for Registration
NGS 2016 is open for registration! Make your plans now to attend the National Genealogical Society conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The next annual conference of the National Genealogical Society is now open for registration. Mark your calendars from May 4 - 7,...
