Assembling the Early Ancestor Puzzle“““““““““““““
Clues about our ancestors’ lives are scattered over multiple counties. Learn the keys to finding these free resources.
Finding an Heir for Your Genealogy Collection
Some family researchers lack an interested heir. Wood discusses how to find one.
Family History Library: A Genealogist Visits for Vacation
An amateur genealogist visits the Family History Library in Utah. She shares her tips for you to use for your dream vacation visit.
Which Kentucky Periodicals Can Help You Find Your Ancestors
As a family researcher, make sure you are familiar with free resources available from historical societies.
Dealing with Brick Walls: Those Disappearing Ancestors
All family researchers have Kentucky ancestors who simply disappear from the records. Here’s some tips for why they vanished and how to find them.
Western KY Genealogy: Locating Ancestors at Pogue Library
Pogue Library, on the Murray State University campus, has many genealogy records for those searching for western Kentucky ancestors.
Photography’s Important Role in Genealogy
Photography and genealogy go together. Let’s explore the history of photography and how to care for antique photographs.
Finding Your Kentucky Ancestor’s Death Notices
Obituaries document an ancestor’s death. We collected multiple sources for locating even the most obscure death notice. Many are free!
Finding More Kentucky Relatives with DNA Results Today
An experienced genealogist shared her DNA across platforms with amazing results. Increase your chances of finding cousins across the world with this easy trick.
Researching Divorces in Kentucky of Yesteryear
Kentucky divorce laws have varied from one period to another. When researching a divorce, you must take into account the period, location, and circumstances.
Researching Kentucky Bloodlines at the NEHGS
Tour the New England Historic Genealogical Society library to review their Kentucky collections.
Finding Revolutionary War Veterans in Kentucky
Find your Kentucky Revolutionary War Veteran with these resources.