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All in the Family: Mason County 1812 Warriors
Kentuckians played a significant role in the War of 1812. Approximately 24,000 Kentuckians served during the war, and...
Join Our Spring Genetic Book Club
We had so much fun doing the Genetic Genealogy Book Club this past winter that we've decided to offer two more sessions...
Society Co-Presidents At RootsTech
Co-Presidents Kathy Keyser and Susan Court represented the Society at RootsTech in Salt Lake City, Utah, on March 4-6,...
Identifying Kentucky Civil War Soldier, Train Defender
Searching for the identity of an unnamed Kentucky Civil War soldier in a cherished family album led to surprising results....
Exploring BlueSky: A New Tool for Kentucky Family Historians
In the ever-evolving world of social media, staying connected and sharing knowledge has become a vital part of the...
Genetic Genealogy Winter Book Club
LAST CALL TO SIGN UP! It’s the perfect season to cozy up with a great book! If you enjoy stories about how genetic...
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Whether you are just starting out in your journey or are so experienced that librarians and record clerks know you by name, we offer Kentucky resources and support you can’t get anywhere else.