I wrote briefly about this anticipated guide back in 2012 when I had read an announcement in the Fall 2012 issue of The New York Researcher. I’m glad to see that this multi-year project has finally resulted in the publication of New York Family History Research Guide and Gazetteer. Even though I haven’t seen the book, I can only imagine how helpful it will be for those of us researching in New York state. Quoting from a recent press release, Jeanne Sloane, the Society’s chairman, says, “As a reference for family historians, it is simply indispensable.” I don’t doubt it!
Over 100 experts contributed to this comprehensive tome. According to the product listing, there are over 800 pages of information, including:
- Chapters on major record groups and research resources, including the most up-to-date and comprehensive review of New York State’s extremely complicated vital records system.
- Information on research resources for sixteen major ethnic and twelve major religious groups that have lived in New York.
- Gazetteers, maps, and research guides to each of New York’s 62 counties, including the five boroughs of New York City.
- More than 100 separate, categorized, special topic bibliographies vetted by genealogists.
- Timelines of key events in New York history 1609–1945 that impact genealogical research.
- An index of over 11,000 place names and place-name variants past and present, the first published gazetteer of its kind since 1872.
I’m sure it’s well worth the cost of $65.00 (NYG&B members; $85.00 for non-members). You can learn more about the guide and order your copy today through the NYG&B Online Store.
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