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Ancestry DNA: Best Practices & Recent Changes
AncestryDNA is the most popular DNA testing company and over 22 million people have purchased their test kits or received them as gifts. In this presentation Ed McGuire will explain all of the major features provided to customers – from … Continued
Census Records to 1950
Genealogists know that census population schedules are one of the first tools to be utilized in tracing our ancestors, ranking right behind vital records in importance. And millions of census records from around the world are now accessible to us … Continued
Early Vermont Settlers Project: Things Learned Along the Way
The “Early Vermont Settlers” project is a study group at the New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS) which began in 2015 and is led by Scott Andrew Bartley. This multi-year effort will provide sketches for all families who settled in … Continued
Hidden Treasures at Family Search
There are abundant genealogical collections at any of the major online databases. But many of the most experienced researchers begin and end their genealogical projects at FamilySearch. Why? In this talk, Ed McGuire will explain the rationale for their devotion. … Continued
Introduction to atDNA Testing
Key Online Resources for French-Canadian Research
The Drouin Genealogical Institute brings family historians invaluable tools and collections for finding French-Canadian ancestors. With a little practice these databases on the GénealogieQuébec and PRDH websites are easy to use. They reveal a wealth of information from birth, marriage, … Continued
Solving More Mysteries with Documents & DNA
Tips & Tricks Using Free Online Newspapers
While several well-known online newspaper databases are available for a fee, there are many other places to find free access to large collections of these records. Marcie Crocker will mention several that may help you with your research depending on … Continued
Understanding & Using Your DNA Test Results
Many genealogists’ initial reactions to their DNA test results are information overload and confusion. If you are awaiting results or have already received them, then this 90-minute presentation can help you move from bewilderment to understanding. Ed McGuire will discuss … Continued
Using FamilySearch.org
The Family History Library is the largest genealogical repository in the world and its free website, FamilySearch.org, is the way to access this collection online. You might have searched FamilySearch.org before, but there’s a lot more there than you think. … Continued