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Probate Records: Wills and a Whole Lot More

Probate records can be some of the richest genealogical resources. Yes, they can contain wills, but often the best information comes from the other records in the packets—and our ancestors didn’t even have to die to make an appearance in a probate action. Learn about how to find probate records online and mine them for genealogical gems.

Using PERSI Like A Pro

This lecture will give the audience a look into Allen County Public Library’s PERSI, its history and partnership with Find My Past, tips and techniques for getting the most out of this valuable genealogical resource, and how societies can get involved. We will learn about this valuable and overlooked resource through several mini-case studies.

FSGS DNA Webinars

FSGS has archived webinars on DNA for members only. To view these webinars and more, click here to log in to the FSGS website and then view FSGS Archived Webinars under the Members Log In menu. Not a member? Join…

Effective Use of GENUKI: England’s Largest Free Genealogy Website

Learn how to effectively use the largest free website for British Isles research. Understand how the site is organized and to find and use the many resources and tools on the site. Plus see how to find its gems for specific local research.

Researching African American Ancestors: Funeral Programs and Photo Archives

20th-Century African American researchers will find funeral programs and photo archives invaluable. There is a rich tradition revolving around funeral programs. As a result, numerous archives have intentionally collected them, and many are now placing them online for all to access. You will find many details of genealogical relevance that help us fill in evidentiary gaps, and sometimes photos are included. Speaking of pictures, there is something magical about seeing a photograph of an ancestor we may have never met that is priceless. Let’s explore some collections rich in photos of African Americans; maybe your ancestors are included.

Land Barons or Dirt Farmers: Finding Land Transactions

In most cases, the purchase of a home and land is the largest expenditure of a lifetime. Following the land will often identify the Ancestor and family. Learn how to trace an individual through property records and how to trace a specific property. Although it is possible to locate an individual’s land from historic records, we will focus on working backwards from a current deed.

What Will You Learn in 2021?

Educational opportunities abound in 2021 for the budding genealogist to the professional! Here is a list of the largest conferences and institutes taking place in 2021 (and 2022). Check your calendar and make sure you attend at least one! Conferences…

The Florida Genealogist – Vol XLIII – Issue 1 & 2 – June & December 2020

Inside this issue:

• Filling in the Blanks: Identifying Mary and Sweet Baby James
• Finding Florida Images in the Digitized Photo Collections of the Library of Congress
• Tips for Tracing Italian Roots Online
• Election Returns: An Unusual but Valuable Source
• 100th Anniversary of Women’s Suffrage
• Jefferson County, FL Undertakers and Coffin Dealers Monthly Reports: August 1918-September 1919

How Research Plans Can Up Your Genealogical Game

Research is more effective and productive if we make a plan before we dive in. Without planning, we run the risk of overlooking or misunderstanding important records. Learn the steps and techniques of research planning that will save time and frustration and can even help break down brick walls.

Florida State Genealogical Society Appoints Editor-in-Chief for The Florida Genealogist Journal

NEWS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:11 December 2020 FLORIDA, December 11, 2020 — The Florida State Genealogical Society (FSGS) announces the appointment of Annette Burke Lyttle as Editor-in-Chief of its journal, The Florida Genealogist (TFG). “Annette’s deep experience in editing, education, and genealogy will ensure an…

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