Category Archives: GenBlog

Education is important for genealogists to undertake. With a vast array of records that we consult to the techniques that we use to solve tough problems, it’s vital that we stay in the know and continually learn. This is a topic that I am passionate about. Had I not taken steps to educate myself from the beginning of my journey, I would not be where I am today with a nicely defined (although still in progress) pedigree and the ability to help others trace their roots. This is the fourth […]

Education is important for genealogists to undertake. With a vast array of records that we consult to the techniques that we use to solve tough problems, it’s vital that we stay in the know and continually learn. This is a topic that I am passionate about. Had I not taken steps to educate myself from the beginning of my journey, I would not be where I am today with a nicely defined (although still in progress) pedigree and the ability to help others trace their roots. This is the third […]

Title: A Guide to Massachusetts Cemeteries, 3rd edition Author: David Allen Lambert Format: Paperback Published: 2018 My Rating: The following review first appeared in the Federation of Genealogical Societies FORUM magazine (Summer 2019); reprinted with permission. This post contains affiliate links. First published in 2002, A Guide to Massachusetts Cemeteries has become a go-to reference for those researching ancestors in Massachusetts. This third edition is a complete update from the second edition published in 2009.

Education is important for genealogists to undertake. With a vast array of records that we consult to the techniques that we use to solve tough problems, it’s vital that we stay in the know and continually learn. This is a topic that I am passionate about. Had I not taken steps to educate myself from the beginning of my journey, I would not be where I am today with a nicely defined (although still in progress) pedigree and the ability to help others trace their roots. This is the second […]

Entries for the 2020 Massachusetts Society of Genealogists (MSOG) Writing Contest are due by August 3, 2020. Anyone may enter, but if you are not an MSOG member, there is a $10 submission fee. Entries must be original content (i.e., not previously published) and relate to Massachusetts genealogy or family history. Entries may be “a three-generation family study, tell an interesting story about parents and children, or provide a brief solution to a genealogical problem.” Sources must be cited. Winners will be announced at the 2020 Annual Meeting. Complete details […]

Education is important for genealogists to undertake. With a vast array of records that we consult to the techniques that we use to solve tough problems, it’s vital that we stay in the know and continually learn. This is a topic that I am passionate about. Had I not taken steps to educate myself from the beginning of my journey, I would not be where I am today with a nicely defined (although still in progress) pedigree and the ability to help others trace their roots. This is the first […]

Are you stuck on a genealogy problem? There are many ways to tackle tough genealogy projects, but I think the first step should always be—review your research. We all started our research as a beginner. During that time, we were prone to making mistakes and not fully understanding the records we found. Reviewing prior research can help you recognize those mistakes and any missed or misinterpreted details. Additionally, as you continue to do research, you learn more and more about the place, time period, and researching in general. Things you […]

Since I’ve been on the topic of Facebook this month, I’ve got one more idea to share. Facebook pages are typically the Facebook “home” for a business, organization, or public figure. A page is similar to a personal profile, but a page is public and anyone can follow or “Like” it. Many genealogical societies, as well as businesses (big and small) have a Facebook page. Some individual genealogists also maintain a public page in lieu of or in addition to their personal profile.