by Christopher Padgett | 23 Nov 2022 | Free Kentucky Resources, Genealogy Tips
What is an Obituary? Obituaries are important tools for Kentucky genealogy research. While the content can vary widely, I find an obituary can provide clues to identifying information, such as living and deceased family members, employment, hobbies, religious...
by Christopher Padgett | 4 Oct 2022 | Genealogy Tips
Perfection: A Library and a Week to Research Founded in 1845, the New England Historical Genealogical Society (NEHGS) is a treasure trove of resources for Kentucky researchers with a northeast bloodline. In the autumn of 2019, I spent a few days in the Boston area,...
by Christopher Padgett | 21 Sep 2021 | Quick Tips from Our Speakers
What Is a Brick Wall? Often when members get together, we discover better ways to research or break through brick walls. In January 2021, the society sponsored a session where members had submitted some of their brick walls in hopes of brainstorming some tips from...
