May 29, 2026 Birth and death certificates are some of my favorite genealogical records. They contain all kinds of sometimes hard-to-find information. This can include exactly where someone was born or died, his or her parents’ names (including the mother’s maiden name) and more. However, birth and death certificates do not always exist or are …
The Draper Manuscript Collection
May 22, 2026 In just a few weeks, America will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. This is a good time to consider delving into the history of ancestors who may have played a role in that historic time. There are many good resources to help you pursue this research. …
Another Reason to Use Public Trees
May 15, 2026 Last week I wrote about using public trees on sites such as Ancestry to share your genealogy. This week I want to point out another important way that public trees can advance your genealogy. Thousands of people post their research on Ancestry. Others contribute to collaborative trees such as FamilySearch’s Family …