Genealogy Resources
<a href="https://lisalisson.com/category/genealogy-resources/"><img class="aligncenter wp-image-7428 size-full" src="https://lisalisson.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/genealogy-resources-horiz.png" alt="Knowing the genealogy resources to use for your specific research project will make you you a more efficient and successful researcher." width="800" height="600" /></a> <p style="text-align: left;">You are getting started in the search for your ancestors and beginning to wonder, "Which genealogy resources do I need?" Well, that's why I'm here.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">A large variety of genealogy resources ranging from general to specific are available to you. Resources might be one of the big genealogy databases. Or vital records found at the county government level. Or private collection papers. Or..... you get the idea.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">Taking the time to learn what type of resources are available to you for your specific research project will make you a more efficient and successful researcher.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">If you need someone to help you determine your best resources, I can help. <a href="https://lisalisson.com/services/">CLICK here to check out my genealogy consultation services. </a> The links below will also help you explore available resources.</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/areyoumycousin/">Check out the <strong>Are You My Cousin? Facebook page</strong> to keep learning!</a></p> <ul> <li style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://lisalisson.com/2015/04/13/5-genealogy-resources-keep-close/">5 Genealogy Resources I Keep Close</a></li> <li style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://lisalisson.com/2017/03/20/6-out-of-the-box-genealogy-resources/">6 "Out Of the Box" Genealogy Resources</a></li> <li style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://lisalisson.com/2016/02/18/resources-for-african-american-genealogy-research/">10+ Resources for African-American Genealogy Research</a></li> <li style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://lisalisson.com/2017/10/30/how-to-use-worldcat-for-genealogy-research/">How To Use WorldCat For Your Genealogy Research</a></li> <li style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://lisalisson.com/2016/03/31/15-places-to-find-the-genealogy-records-you-need/">15 Places to Find the Genealogy Records You Need</a></li> <li style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://lisalisson.com/2016/04/07/5-resources-to-identify-your-ancestors-friends/">5 Resources To Identify Your Ancestor's Friends</a></li> </ul>
Favorite Must Have Genealogy Books
Moving a couple of years ago resulted in an actual office for me. Before that, my office was the kitchen table. (Anyone else?) Along with a new office came new bookcases! As a book lover I couldn’t be happier. Now all of my must have genealogy books could be right beside me as I research. [That gets it’s own genealogy happy dance!] Just what are my must have genealogy books? Thought you would never ask….. 4 Must Have Genealogy Books These are genealogy reference books I keep on my office bookcase very close at hand. I use them frequently and have never regretted purchasing these. 1.Evidence Explained: Citing History Sources…
April Genealogy Finds
This post contain affiliate links. Read my full disclosure policy here. One genealogy research tactic often over looked is to go back and check previous databases for newly added genealogy records and genealogy finds. Set a date on your calendar for a once a month check for newly added records. You may find new records or newly updated records pertaining to your research. While not all of your needed genealogy records are not online, don’t miss out when pertinent records do come online. April 2018 Genealogy Finds FamilySearch Check out this sampling of new records at FamilySearch this month: France, Haute-Garonne, Toulouse, Civil Registration, 1792-1893 Sweden, Örebro Church Records,…
Searching For Ancestors in the Catholic Heritage Archive
This post contain affiliate links. Read my full disclosure policy here. When researching ancestors – particularly my brick wall ancestors, I turn to the religious records in the hope I can find them mentioned there. Sadly, many of my ancestors belonged to small rural churches which rarely kept records or the church records have long since been lost. Twice I tracked down church records only to discover the records had been removed to a church member’s home for safe keeping ….. only to be lost to fire! Twice! I sometimes find myself “jealous” of my genealogy friends with Catholic ancestors. Oh, the records they find. Baptisms, marriages, deaths and burials………
How To Find Your Next Genealogy Education Opportunity
This post contain affiliate links. Read my full disclosure policy here. Attending a genealogy conference – big or small- is a great way to further your genealogy education. But…. not everyone can attend a live event in person. Work, cost, and family obligations can send the genealogy researcher to seek educational opportunities online. These come in all forms – webinars, blog posts, videos, e-courses….. [Think genealogy in your jammies!] Find Your Next Genealogy Education Opportunity Many genealogy educational opportunities can be found. Some are free and some are fee based. Before you jump into the next course or even spend precious research time watching the latest genealogy video….. Know…
