5 Top Genealogy Research Destinations
Cross one or more of America's top genealogy research and history destinations off your bucket list this summer using our summer genealogy road trip guide.
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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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How to Donate Your Genealogy Research So It Doesn’t Get Thrown Out
Kids don't want your genealogy research? Don't let it get thrown away when you're gone. Here's how to donate your family history papers to a library.
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The Final Week for Microfilm
As August 31st quickly approaches, one week remains for FamilySearch’s microfilm lending program. While you can still take advantage of the program for 7 more days, here are our tips for here’s how to get your ancestors’ old church, vital and other records in the future. Guest blog post by Family Tree Magazine Contributing Editor […]
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Best FREE Genealogy Websites of 2017: Genealogy Library Websites Premium
These library websites not only help you find books to check out, but they also have digitized records and photos, advice for researching local families, and more genealogy treasures.
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Request Your Ancestor’s Military Discharge Papers Premium
US military records such as the DD 214 aren’t in online databases, but they can be requested from the National Archives and Records Administration. Learn how you can get a copy of your ancestor's discharge papers.
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What to Do When You Can’t Borrow the Genealogy Book You REALLY Need
Here are five workarounds to try when the genealogy library book you need doesn't circulate.
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Ask A Genealogy Librarian: Two Things You Must Do When You’re at the Library Premium
Our genealogy library expert shares two things you must do every time you find family history information at the library.
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Overlooked Genealogy Resource Alert! 9 Tips to Research at Heritage Museums
You’ve searched Ancestry.com and FamilySearch, gone to the library and maybe even taken a DNA test to discover your family's immigrant origins. But for a genealogist, just knowing the country or region is rarely enough. To find records in your family's homeland, you need their town or village...
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Top Heritage Museums and Genealogy Research Centers Premium
Set your sights on these 11 must-visit heritage museums where you can research your roots and walk in your ancestors’ shoes.
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