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How to Stir Your Own Memories for Genealogy Clues

Documenting your own memories can be a great tool for furthering your family history research. Author Sunny Morton shares three tips to help you recall your past.

One Man’s Successful Search for His Sperm-Donor Father Premium

Professional genealogist John Vanek’s successful search for his sperm-donor father—and the men’s thoughtful navigation through their new relationship—offer inspiration to birth family searchers.

Toolkit Tutorial: Accessing Old Records on Microfilm Premium

Are you interested in learning how to access old records on microfilm? Check out our step-by-step tutorial to learn the process!

The 1890 Census Fires and Other Burned Genealogy Records

Record-destroying fires like the 1890 census fires have likely impacted your research. Raise your family tree from the ashes of these disasters with these tips.

Stories to Tell: Finding Deep Roots in Maryland Premium

Brent Newton started doing genealogy only after moving away from his Alabama home. He didn’t realize he’d actually moved closer to his roots.

Learn to Load a Microfilm Reader in 7 Steps Premium

Not sure how to load a microfilm reader? With this handy image and our seven easy steps, you'll be a microfilm pro in no time!

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Case Study: Discovering an Unexpected Family Member Premium

When a woman launches a genetic genealogy search for her grandfather, she ends up uncovering an unexpected family member as well. Here's her story.

Should You Take the Family Tree Hint? 12 Questions to Consider Premium

Should you take an online family tree hint as fact? Our answers to 12 common questions will help you make the right call.

Genealogy Volunteer Indexing Projects That Help You Find Family Premium

Volunteers make the genealogy world go 'round. Find out how your fellow family historians are giving their time to help you discover your ancestors!

5 African American Genealogy Research Tips

Slavery isn't a dead end for African Americans researching their family trees. Learn how to get past that brick wall with these six keys to African American genealogy success.