Why I Wish the DAR DNA Policy Was a Little Different
The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) accepts limited DNA evidence to prove descent from a Revolutionary War veteran. In my opinion, the DAR DNA policy is a little too limited. Here's why--and what you can do. Membership to the Daughters of the American...
England Emigrants and More: New Genealogy Records Online
England emigrants to its U.S. colonies appear in new genealogy records online this week. Also: the 1891 New South Wales census; Czech church, land and school records; English parish records; and U.S. collections from the Freedmen's Bureau, Marine Corps, Coast Guard...
We All Have a Family History Story to Tell
Here's an inspiring example of a quick and easy way to tell your story. Every one of us is deeply connected to history through our family stories. In fact, exploring your family history story can help you learn more about your place in history and what makes you,...
Best Genealogy Websites for 2016 Includes Genealogy Gems
Wow! We can't thank you enough for your overwhelming support of The Genealogy Gems Podcast, website, blog, and our YouTube Channel. Family Tree Magazine listed Genealogy Gems among their 101 best genealogy websites for 2016! Genealogy Gems Named One of the Best for...
Destination Yorkshire, England with a Stop in New Jersey
This week's round-up of new and updated genealogical records will begin in the United States with records from Minnesota and New Jersey. Our final destination is Yorkshire, England with the incredible new and updated collections at Findmypast. Baptisms, marriages,...
How to Use Google Image Search to Identify Old Photos on Smartphones and Tablets – Free Video
How to use Google image search to identify old photos, that's what we are covering today! These tech-tip videos are my way of sharing tips and tricks that will save you time and add to your genealogy and family history research success. You don't have to love...
Episode 194 Free Podcast Episode
The Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke This blast from the past episode comes from the digitally remastered Genealogy Gems Podcast episodes 11 and 12 (originally recorded in 2007). They are now interwoven with fresh narration and updated show notes....
Writing Personal History Workbook Assists You Step-by-Step
Writing your personal history can be simple and oh-so-fun with the step-by-step approach from our own Sunny Morton. She has just released her book "Story of My Life" and we are ecstatic to tell you about it! This fill-in-the-blank workbook will guide you as you write...
How to Use Google Chrome to Identify Old Photos for Genealogy
Learn how to use Google Chrome to identify old photos for genealogy and family history with this quick and easy-to-follow YouTube video! How to Use Google Chrome to Identify Old Photos for Genealogy and Family History Take 4 & 1/2 minutes to watch this video from...
You’ll Feel Lucky with Free Access to Irish Records for a Limited Time
You will all feel a little lucky this week with new and updated genealogical records for Ireland and several states across the U.S. Records from Nevada, Nebraska, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Minnesota are on the list. Updates to two of the Freedmen's Bureau record...
Free Video: Google Books Image Search for Genealogy and Family History
This free video on Google Books image search is another installment in Lisa's tech tips for genealogy and family history. Find images fast by using the thumbnail icon in Google Books. It's like speed reading for the genealogist! I am a big fan of all things Google. I...
DNA Questions: Are My DNA Test Kits Interchangeable?
"Are unassigned DNA test kits interchangeable? Does Diahan Southard do one-on-one DNA consultations for genealogy?" A listener asks, and we have the answers. Simona recently wrote in with compliments and two questions for Diahan Southard. Here's the Q&A, on more...
Where to Look When There’s Been a Significant Record Loss
A significant record loss can be due to fire, water, weather disaster, or even theft. A courthouse disaster is one of the worst ways in which a genealogy research plan can be derailed. Learn some alternate locations for vital information to help you keep moving along!...
Findmypast Leads the Way for New Record Collections
Findmypast is leading the way for new and updated genealogical record collections this week. FamilySearch and local county archives are following suit with historical newspapers, city directories, biographies, and more! We are digging these record collections...
Genealogy 4-H Project and Merit Badge Earn Special Recognition
Wouldn't you love to get your children or grandchildren more involved in family history work? Learn how to help them participate in the genealogy 4-H project program or earn their Boy Scout genealogy merit badge. You too can help in the work by becoming a genealogy...
Meaningful Service Hours for High School Seniors
On July 30, 2016, in honor of the veterans of the Armed Forces, BillionGraves and the Boy Scouts of America will host a nationwide service project, Finding the Fallen. Here's what you need to know to get involved. Finding the Fallen is the perfect project for youth of...
The BBC Announces Season 13 Celebrities for WDYTYA
The genealogy genre of television continues to make a splash in prime time. Who Do You Think You Are? is leading the way and inspiring our genealogy journey with a fresh perspective on research strategies. The BBC has just announced their season 13 celebrities for Who...
PERSI for Genealogy: the Periodical Source Index
Have you met PERSI? You should! PERSI is the Periodical Source Index. Use PERSI for genealogy and you may discover your ancestors in thousands of articles you never knew existed. You may have heard me talk in the past about PERSI. In case you haven’t…PERSI is not a...