Recently, with the time I have had at home, I decided to write my personal history. I have been keeping a journal off and on for many years, beginning with my missionary journal. I read through that first journal, in an effort to refresh my memory of events that occurred some time ago. As I… Read More How to Write Your Personal History in a Year
Back-to-school time is upon us, and the Granite Family History Center is no exception. A lineup of great fall classes awaits you beginning Tuesday, September 10! Classes for the beginner and classes for the expert are available. Check out the classes scheduled this fall at Class Schedule or click here for a printable copy of… Read More Fall Classes Begin September 10
Have you ever cleaned out or gone through a parent’s or relative’s closet, basement or attic? Often when doing so, you can find a treasure trove of family history. Stuffed into folders or boxes you might find photos, documents, mementos and newspapers that tell the story of your family from years gone by. You can… Read More Scanning, Sharing, Archiving
We have heard the saying, “If we don’t learn from history, we are doomed to repeat it.” Of course, that was originally applied to the destiny of civilizations. But it can just as easily apply to our own personal lives. While we learn the skills necessary for doing family history, we should also look at… Read More Looking Back: How Family History Benefits Families