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...
by Tricia P Aanderud | 8 Mar 2023 | Genealogy Tips
The Kentucky archives and vital records are a deep well of information about our Kentucky ancestors. Many family researchers know ancestors who were born or lived in Kentucky but then sought their fortune somewhere else in the United States. If they died in another...
by TheEventsCal | 14 Feb 2023 | Genealogy Tips
What You Will Learn Ever walked through a cemetery and wondered what that engraving on the headstone meant? Learn about the various types of headstones and their symbolism. Speaker Johnna Waldon is the past president of the Kentucky Genealogical Society. Handout...
by TheEventsCal | 7 Feb 2023 | Uncategorized
What You Will Learn The speaker covers restoring a cemetery’s physical history, repairs, enlisting a work force, materials, equipment, and methods. The speaker enjoys sharing his knowledge of this topic. Speaker John Heider: Over the last thirty years John...
by TheEventsCal | 7 Feb 2023 | Uncategorized
What You Will Learn The speaker covers the history of cemeteries. He answers where and how local cemeteries started. You will gain a new perspective on these historical locations from a knowledgeable speaker. The speaker enjoys sharing his knowledge of this topic....
by Christopher G Padgett | 23 Nov 2022 | Free KY 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...
