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10 Tools for Digitally Saving Family Photos

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As your collection of family photos grows, it can be harder to keep track of your collection, especially without clutter. Here are some tools to help.

5 Records for Finding French Canadian Ancestors

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Tap into these French Canadian genealogy records, plus a guide to Quebec's history and French Canadian names.

Your Guide to the 1931 Census of Canada

Canadian Genealogy

This guide will show you what questions were asked in the 1931 Census of Canada and how to find records of your family online.

Best Websites: AncientFaces.com - An Interview with Daniel...

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In this episode of Best Websites, Daniel Pinna talks about AncientFaces and what the platform has to offer as a community and as a tool for sharing photos.

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Gravestone Symbols and Their Hidden Meanings

Gravestone symbols can contain clues about your ancestor’s life and death. Discover the meaning behind common (and several uncommon!) gravestone symbols.

What Is a Second Cousin? Understanding Cousin Relationship Terms

How, exactly, are you related to the child of your great-great-grandmother’s son? We’ll explain the steps to calculating cousinhood!

How to Refer to Aunts and Uncles: Grand, Not Great

Great-uncle, or grand-uncle? Here’s one perspective on the avuncular controversy.

Spring Cleaning Your Genealogy Files and Workspace

Organize Your Genealogy in a Day: Tips for the Busy Researcher

Habits of Highly-Organized Genealogists: Your Ultimate Guide

Heritage and Genealogy Research

Melungeons: Are You Part of “The Lost Tribe Of Appalachia”?

The mixed-race Melungeon people from Appalachia can be tough for descendants to trace. Learn some origin theories and tips for starting your research.

5 Clues You May Have Native American Ancestry

If you suspect you may have Native American roots based on family stories, here are five tips that may help you prove your claim.

What is Prussia? Understanding Prussian History

You have Prussian ancestry, but can’t find Prussia on modern maps. Dive into this disappearing state with this overview of Prussian history.

Was Your Ancestor a “White Russian”?

Our expert explains the meaning of “White Russian” (the genealogy kind) and shares research tips for Russian roots.

US Census Information Year-by-Year for Genealogists

8 Tips to Find Enslaved Ancestors by Working Backward in the Census

How to Find Ancestors Hiding in the Census

Photo Preservation and Family History Projects

22 Online Historical Photo Databases

Step into your ancestors’ world with the historical photos in these 22 free online archives.

13 Websites for Finding Old Family Photos

Search these 13 sites for pictures of your ancestors and the places they lived. Plus, some tips on copyright to consider.

Best Resolutions for Scanned Photos and Documents

Take the mystery out of the best size for scanned documents. Here’s a quick dpi resolution guide for family photos and other genealogy records.

3 Family History Book Ideas and How to Create Them

If you’re looking for the perfect gift, skip the shops and get out your family records. Share your glad tidings with these DIY family history book projects.

How to Create A Beautiful Family History Website

It’s easy and inexpensive to set up a family history website that will put you in charge of your clan’s online dream home.

7 Genealogy Activities You Can Do With Kids

How To Get Young Adults Into Genealogy

Genealogy Books for Kids and Grownups

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Robbie Gorr shares the history behind Victorian post-mortem photography. Plus, learn how to preserve photo prints with Photo Detective Maureen Taylor.

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In this episode, Kathryn Marks explains how to use the Passenger Search database to find ancestors who arrived in America via the Port of New York.

How to Preserve Your Family History Through Gardening

With heirloom gardening, you can quite literally preserve your family history in your own backyard. Here are some tips to get memories blossoming.

Online Tree or Genealogy Software? Deciding Where to Keep Your Data

Deciding where you want to store your family tree, whether online or via software, can be a tough choice. Here, we’ll provide you with the tools to determine which online tree or family history software is best for you!

11 Must-See Genealogy TV Shows That Will Inspire You

Genealogy TV shows offer tips and inspiration for discovering family history. Here are 11 must-watch inspiring and informative family history programs.