1840 Census Records Research Guide
Researching 1840 census records? Learn everything you need to know to find your ancestors in the 1840 census.
View DetailsShining a Spotlight on Marriage Records: Episode 151
At Family Tree Magazine we like to shine a light on the most important sources for your genealogical research, and marriage records rank right up there at the top of the list. In this episode, Lisa is joined by Amanda Epperson to discuss how and why to research marriage records.
View Details1890 Census Records Research Guide
Researching 1890 census records? Learn everything you need to know to find your ancestors in (and in alternatives to) the 1890 census.
View DetailsSurname Research: Your Complete Guide
Want to know more about surnames? Follow our guide to find out where hereditary family names came from and how to learn more about your last name.
View DetailsGenealogy Q&A: Surnames
Stumped when it comes to surnames? Our genealogy experts answer your toughest surname research questions.
View Details1830 Census Records Research Guide
Researching 1830 census records? Learn everything you need to know to find your ancestors in the 1830 census.
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Ancestry.com Search Tips: Your Ultimate Guide
Searching on genealogy mega-site Ancestry.com can feel overwhelming. Here are tips and other free resources to help you get the most out of your Ancestry searches.
View DetailsThe Family Tree Podcast Listening Guide
This guide to the Family Tree Podcast by Family Tree Magazine highlights the best episodes from the show’s past ten years, as well as a few favorite episodes from our host, Lisa Louise Cooke.
View DetailsOvercoming Scanning Challenges: Episode 150
Scanning documents and photos is an important step in preserving family history – but what about those items that are hard to scan (like slides and photo negatives)? In this episode, learn how to scan these items and overcome more common scanning challenges.
View Details1820 Census Records Research Guide
Researching 1820 census records? Learn everything you need to know to find your ancestors in the 1820 census.
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