by KY Genealogical Society | 11 Feb 2024 | Society Updates
Congratulations to the members who recently completed a 13 week study group on the basics of genetic genealogy: Suzanne Bergum Bob Calhoun Maria Capaldi Joyce Carey Jenny Coss (co-facilitator) Rhonda Donohue Michelle Haywood Lukas Murphy Rebecca Page (co-facilitator)...
by KY Genealogical Society | 27 Aug 2023 | Free Kentucky Resources
For individuals interested in tracing the military history of their ancestors, the National Archives in the United States is a treasure trove of information. The National Archives houses an extensive collection of military records, which can provide valuable insights...
by KY Genealogical Society | 27 Jul 2023 | Genealogy Tips
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) in Washington, DC, represents one of America’s essential resources for genealogy research. NARA certainly ranks with other major cultural institutions devoted to family history, such as the Library of Congress...
by KY Genealogical Society | 17 Jun 2023 | Learn Kentucky History
Whether it was to escape economic hardship, seek new job opportunities, or simply start anew, Kentuckians have been migrating westward for decades. From the gold rush to modern-day Silicon Valley, Kentuckians have left their mark on the west and continue to do so...
by KY Genealogical Society | 9 Jun 2023 | Getting Started
Ever since our Bluegrass Roots newsletter featured these tips for family researchers in the Summer of 1982, countless genealogists have used their vacation time to uncover more about their family history. While these tips have stood the test of time, we’ve...
