Facts and tidbits that we are so anxious to share with others in our family. We have all watched someone’s disinterested eyes glaze over as we share information. So, how do you share these stories without being referred to as the best “sleep aid” around?
Beckham County was formed in 1904 and disbanded a few months later. It remains the only county in Kentucky’s history with the distinction of being dissolved.
See how Kentucky went from 9 counties to 120 counties – just like that.
Living out of state doesn’t mean you can reach deep into Kentucky for your research
Many tombstones contain valuable genealogical info. How do you access those ancestor details that are miles away from you?
For many Kentucky researchers, the US census is the go-to record for understanding family genealogy. Since 1790, the US government has counted the inhabitants of the states.
Here are tips for finding your ancestor’s coal mining records.
Learn some surprising places to find your female ancestors along with some tips for finding her maiden name. Then you’ll be ready to discover your Kentucky roots.
If your Kentucky county courthouse fell upon a disaster, use these ideas to find alternate records.
Professional genealogist Cynthia Maharrey explains how to get started with your family history by creating a pedigree chart.
Here is the top 10 list of the most popular webinars from last year.
Most family researchers find a journey to an archive a potentially serendipitous treat. Uncovering new evidence is possible when we know how to look for it. During the Discovering Your Bluegrass Roots seminar, we hosted multiple Kentucky research experts. One such...