Society Co-President Susan Court Has Genealogical Success During Recent Visit to Germany
Society Co-President Susan Court recently met with Peter Ehrmann, the Archivar at the Stadtarchiv und Museen in Rottenburg a.N., Baden-Württemberg, Germany, the birthplace of her paternal great-grandfather, Bernhard Vollmer (1829-1919).
Goff Family Creativity
The Kentucky Genealogical Society occasionally receives donated items of genealogical interest from its members and their families. These items often include ledgers, yearbooks, family group sheets and photos, just to name a few.
Elizabeth Horn: Kentucky’s First Female Landowner?
Elizabeth Horn moved to what is now Kentucky in April 1778 with her husband Aaron Horn, Sr., and a large family.
Identifying a Forgotten Soldier’s Grave
While cutting grass in an older cemetery section, he found an old military headstone. It was a member of the United States Colored Troop of the Civil War.
Family Stories: Doan Family Arrives in Harrison County, KY
In this post, we learn some of the brave, and even funny stories, about her family who were descendants of the Mayflower party.
Ancestor Files: The Mystery of Aaron Horn at Fort Boonesborough
One of the First Forts in Kentucky Our ancestors often leave multiple mysteries when they pass. As family researchers, part of the fun is unraveling these mysteries. Al Horn has been working on the mystery surrounding one of his great-grandfathers who was an early...
Harlan County: Working in the Coal Mines
Harlan County sits in the sweet spot of coal mining in southeastern Kentucky.
80 Fascinating Glimpses into Kentucky’s Past: A Genealogy Journey
We have collected over 80 examples of family histories and genealogy that you can use as a resource for your research or learn how to write a compelling family history.
Using Littell’s Law Books for Tracing Early Kentucky Genealogy
Littell’s Law Books contain rich details about what our ancestors were doing in the early years of Kentucky.
Is Your KY Ancestor in the Log Cabin?
KYGS Member finds her family in The Log Cabin newspaper
A Spooky Hint from an Ancestor Provides the Essential Clues
Embark on a fascinating journey into genealogy and discover the humor, spooky encounters, and triumphs of tracing family history. Get started with this captivating tale.
Laurel County: Researching Historic Newspapers
Family researchers can find older editions of Laurel County Newspapers online at Family Search. This post contains instructions and examples.