There are many resources available to research our pioneer ancestors. As we commemorate the entrance of the vanguard company of Pioneers into the Salt Lake Valley in 1847 (174 years ago) we may feel the desire to see who our pioneer ancestors were and what their lives were like. In an article written by Kiersten… Read More Remembering our Pioneer Ancestors
One of the best sources for learning about family history and increasing skills can be found at; BYU Family History Library. On their website, you will find an index to numerous videos, tutorials, and webinars, taught by experts in the field of genealogy and family history, and enthusiasts who are passionate to teach others about… Read More Great Learning Opportunities
In almost every home you will find boxes, files, or sacks of memorabilia just waiting to be rediscovered. We all save cards, letters, invitations, certificates, awards, school projects, pictures, newspaper articles, and other documents that have special meaning. Many times they outlive those that saved them and are discarded by others not appreciating their significance. … Read More SHARE THE WEALTH
You may already have a wonderful tool for sharing memories in your own home. If you have an “all-in-one” printer you can scan documents, photos, etc. to your computer or USB drive. These documents or photos can then be opened up on your computer, named, then attached as a memory to your FamilySearch account. After… Read More Did You Know?
In a blog article found on FamilySearch titled, Monthly Record Update for June 2021, you can find links to newly indexed records that may help you in your genealogical research. Each month new records become available and are worth viewing as they may contain information you need in your family history research. Over 31 million… Read More Newly Indexed Records Available at FamilySearch
This year the RootsTech 2021 conference was open to all and was available digitally. You may have watched the conference but would like to see sessions you missed, or review those you have already seen. Perhaps you were not able to watch the sessions back in February of 2021, and would like to view those… Read More RootsTech Resources
During the COVID-19 pandemic and the closures of many physical resources that had previously been available to us, we have learned to use technology in our homes to continue our family history research. Our leaders have urged us to do things differently, including, church services, ministering, temple and family history, and missionary work. Many of… Read More Family History Library – To Reopen Soon
As members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, most of us have had the opportunity of teaching others in different settings, and varied callings or assignments we have had. Like you, I have had numerous opportunities to teach, and found that when I teach others I learn more myself. I know I… Read More the Family History Guide – VIP
“When you hear the words family history, do you go into a coma? Believe me, until a few years ago, I could have matched my coma with yours any day. It used to be that if I wanted to have a really good sleep, all I needed to do was to think about doing family… Read More Family History – Learning Line Upon Line
One thing that most of us can say we’ve learned during this pandemic is how to host or join a Zoom meeting. We’ve used this virtual way of convening for many things such as school classes, church meetings and social groups, but did you know that this platform also has worked well for one-on-one family… Read More One-On-One Family History Help Via Zoom