FREE FGS Webinars: War of 1812, Using Twitter in Genealogy
For a limited time, you can watch FREE genealogy webinars from the Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) 2014 Webinar Series. These are top-notch experts in their fields who have a lot to share. These three caught my eye: "Discovering Local and State Militia...
Family History Episode 27 – Find Your Family History in Newspapers, Part 1
Family History: Genealogy Made Easy with Lisa Louise Cooke Republished April 15, 2014 [display_podcast] Download the Show Notes for this Episode Welcome to this step-by-step series for beginning genealogists—and more experienced ones who want to brush up or learn...
Heroic Rescue! 5000 WWI Photos Saved by a Rubbish Collector
One man has spent years rescuing thousands of WWI photos, letters and other artifacts from the trash. The full story, reported recently by the U.K's MailOnline, tells the story of this heroic effort. According to the article, dustman (garbage collector) Bob Smethurst...
Apps for Genealogy: Magnify Your Research with This One
Sometimes when I really need to read something my arms just aren't long enough and my reading glasses are buried in the bottom of my purse. But one things that is always within reach is my smartphone. My favorite mobile app that comes to my rescue is Magnifying Glass...
Using Evernote on the iPad, Android Tablet, and Smartphones
Recently I heard from Jill, who is learning to use Evernote on the iPad for her genealogy. She asks: "I am using Evernote only as a "note taking" app. I am not sure how to use it on my iPad. I have your "quick guide"...how do you copy items (on a mobile device such...
Family History Episode 26 – Using Church Birth Records in Family History
Family History: Genealogy Made Easy with Lisa Louise Cooke Republished April 8, 2014 [display_podcast] Download the Show Notes for this Episode Welcome to this step-by-step series for beginning genealogists—and more experienced ones who want to brush up or learn...
Genealogy Crowdsourcing: 4 Strategies and 4 Tips for Your Brick Wall!
While at RootsTech 2014 I had an opportunity to talk with my friend, author and genealogy podcaster Drew Smith (The Genealogy Guys) about the how to conduct effective crowdsourcing of genealogical ideas and solutions, a technique he covers in his new book Advanced...
How to Find Enumeration District Maps
Looking for enumeration district maps for the U.S. Federal Census? You're not alone! Recently Genealogy Gems podcast listener Michelle in Denver, Colorado, wrote in with this question: "Where can I find individual enumeration district maps? I don't need a state-wide...
I’ll be at FGS 2014 in San Antonio: Will you?
Now that I'm a proud Texan, it's even more exciting that I'm speaking at "FGS 2014!" The annual meeting of the Federation of Genealogical Societies is in San Antonio, Texas, this year on August 27-30. Online registration is now open: register here by 1 July 2014 for...
Family History Episode 25 – Using Civil Birth Records in Family History Research
Family History: Genealogy Made Easy with Lisa Louise Cooke Republished April 1, 2014 [display_podcast] Download the Show Notes for this Episode Welcome to this step-by-step series for beginning genealogists—and more experienced ones who want to brush up or learn...
Midwestern Roots Registration Starts Today!
I have roots in Indiana and have longed to travel to Hoosier state to conduct some much needed genealogy research. So you can imagine how happy I was to be invited to keynote at the upcoming Midwestern Roots 2014: Family History and Genealogy Conference being held...
Which Way Do I Go Now? Organize a Genealogy Research Plan
Recently I heard from Jane, a Genealogy Gems Premium subscriber in Canada, who needs a genealogy research plan! She's researched on Ancestry.ca, Scotland's People, the Free English BMD Index, FamilySearch and joined her local society. But she's not sure where to go...
Family History Episode 24 – Using Marriage Records in Family History
Family History: Genealogy Made Easy with Lisa Louise Cooke Republished March 25, 2014 [display_podcast] Download the Show Notes for this Episode Welcome to this step-by-step series for beginning genealogists—and more experienced ones who want to brush up or learn...
Abe Lincoln and Elvis Presley Have This in Common: Mystery Photos!
Mystery photos are one of a family history researcher's biggest frustrations. We find them in old albums, between the pages of books or in loose files. It can heartbreaking to wonder whether we're looking at the face of an ancestor--and to know we may...
Obituaries in Newspapers are Going Online
More obituaries gleaned from newspapers are going online. This is welcome news for those researching their genealogy. Recently I blogged about BillionGraves' new Supporting Records feature that allows users to upload documentation relating to ancestors' deaths. This...
7 Great Ways to Use Your iPad for Genealogy and Family History
Did you know your iPad or tablet computer can be one of your best genealogy buddies? It makes it easy to access and share family trees, documents, and photos on-the-go. It can even help you gather NEW family history treasures: images, interviews and more. However,...
Family History Episode 23 – Using the Genealogical Proof Standard
Originally published 2009 Republished March 18, 2014 [display_podcast] Download the Show Notes for this Episode Welcome to this step-by-step series for beginning genealogists—and more experienced ones who want to brush up or learn something new. I first ran this...
National Archives Facilities Closing
National Archives (US) facilities are closing or restructuring in three locations. But steps are being taken to maintain access (local or online) to the treasure trove of research materials at these facilities. A recent press release states, "As part of ongoing budget...
