African-American genealogists face distinct challenges when researching their family history. The instructional articles and resources offered in our African-American Genealogy Center provide guidance on how you can overcome these challenges to discover your family tree.
In addition to the many articles dealing with finding African-American ancestors offered below, here are some additional resources designed to further your family tree research:
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Use these seven expert-recommended resources for locating your African-American ancestors.
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Meet the face and the force behind genealogy TV shows such as the PBS series—Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates Jr.
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Celebrate Black History Month with our guide to tracing your African-American roots and reclaiming the lost heritage of your slave ancestors.
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Bring good fortune to your family history search with our 13th annual collection of the 101 Best Websites for genealogy.
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Learn how to research your Civil War ancestors who served in the US Colored Troops.
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Websites, books and organizations to help you search for your African-American roots.
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Follow these steps for using 1850 and 1860 slave schedules to trace your slave ancestors.
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The black press created a repository of experiences, hopes and dreams for your African-American ancestors. Discover 11 ways these publications can give you the scoop on your family.
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The Civil War sesquicentennial doesn't just mark the 150th anniversary of a war. It also honors the freedom of 4 million enslaved humans.
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