Tracing Immigrant Ancestors: the Other Ports
Frustrated that you can’t find your ancestors in New York Passenger Lists? Perhaps your immigrant ancestor arrived at another location.…
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Brick Wall Tips and Hints
Everyone needs a little help and encouragement to jump-start the research, especially on hard-to-solve cases. In this session you will…
Verifying Information You Find Online
During this session we will discuss challenging genealogical puzzles we search anywhere for clues that can help us. That can…
Unraveling DNA Segment Data
DNA segment data can provide important insights into DNA matches but what exactly is it and how do you use…
Specialized Lineage Societies – more than just DAR, Dames and Mayflower
There are over 200 lineage societies that exist today – more than the commonly known societies. Perhaps you have an…
Genealogy and DNA
A very basic introduction to DNA and how it can be used in combination with traditional genealogical research. Together we…
Reel‘Em in with Cousin Bait—10 Ways to Connect with Family
"Cousin Bait" helps connect with others who may have information about your family. Learn the best ways to share so…
What’s Next When You Are Told Those Records Were “Burnt up”
My Dad's WWII records disappeared with the Archives fire. Many other fires have taken valuable information from us. However, bad…
Preserving Your Ancestor’s Textiles and Handmade Treasures
Learn from an archivist the best practices to preserving your ancestor’s textiles and handmade items. Everything from Grandma’s quilt, that…