African-American Genealogy Articles
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A historian's work to document thousands of Africans slaves and African-descended people in Louisiana.
9/28/2009
These books and CD-ROMs will help you learn more about your African-American ancestors.
9/28/2009
An Oscar-winning actress' mixed heritage includes cousin connections to playwright Tennessee Williams, actor Richard Gere and other famous figures.
7/21/2010
Free online resources for finding African-American ancestors.
7/9/2010
Celebrate Black History Month with our guide to tracing your African-American roots and reclaiming the lost heritage of your slave ancestors.
9/28/2009
The top digital destinations for discovering your black roots.
11/1/2010
Use these Web resources to help you find your African-American ancestors.
9/28/2009
Follow these steps for using 1850 and 1860 slave schedules to trace your slave ancestors.
2/3/2012
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