2024’s Best Family History and Genealogy Tools: Ancestry, MyHeritage, and Storied
Family history is more accessible than ever, thanks to a growing number of genealogy platforms offering specialized tools to help us uncover, document, and share our past. Among the most popular and user-friendly are Ancestry, MyHeritage, and Storied, each excelling in different areas of family history research. Whether you’re looking for extensive historical records, enhanced […]
Occupations and the Working Lives of Your Ancestors
Bringing Your Ancestors to Life: Why Their Jobs Matter Imagine for a moment that you could step into your great-great-grandmother’s shoes for a day. What would you see? What would you hear? What challenges would you face? The answers to these questions often lie in a seemingly simple piece of information: your ancestor’s occupation. Think […]
Best Ways to Explore Family History with Kids
Family history isn’t just about dusty records and old photographs; it’s a collection of stories, traditions, and connections that can engage even the youngest members of a family. Getting kids involved in family history can help develop a strong sense of identity and belonging that helps them understand who they are and where they come […]
Census Records 101
Discover how to uncover your family’s hidden stories using census records. Our beginner’s guide explains what census records are, why they’re valuable for genealogy, and how to read them effectively to reveal fascinating details about your ancestors’ lives.
20+ Newspaper Pages of the Titanic Disaster for Family History Researchers
Explore 20+ historic newspaper accounts of the Titanic tragedy. Uncover shocking headlines, survivor stories, and the disaster’s impact on 1912 society. Perfect for history enthusiasts.
Connecting Lives Through Historical Events + 6 Amazing Writing Tips!
Connect to ancestors through storytelling! Explore how historical events like the Carrington Event and modern solar storms bridge generations, revealing profound truths.
Lost Letters, Found Stories
Exploring Unclaimed Mail in Historical Newspapers Have you ever been reading through old newspapers, searching for clues about your ancestors, when you stumbled upon a list of unclaimed letters? These intriguing notices, often overlooked by researchers, can hold the key to unlocking fascinating stories and historical insights. In this blog post, we’ll explore the mysteries […]
Unlocking the Secrets of the 1950 Census
How AI is Revolutionizing Family History Research Picture this: it’s 1950, and census takers are knocking on doors across America, gathering information about every person living in the country. They’re asking questions like, “What’s your name? How old are you? What do you do for a living?” These details paint a vivid picture of American […]
The Rich Resource of African American Newspapers in Family History Research
February is Black History Month, a time to reflect and celebrate the contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout history. In the realm of genealogy and family history research, African American newspapers stand as a particularly valuable resource. These newspapers not only offer a unique perspective on the lives and experiences of African Americans but […]
Printed Portals
Storied’s new Newspaper Matches allow you to easily discover newspaper articles associated with individuals from your family tree. Uncover obituaries, wedding announcements, local news stories mentioning your ancestors, classified ads placed by relatives, and more. These historical snippets open a valuable glimpse into our ancestors’ daily lives and offer an exciting avenue to infuse genealogy narratives with authentic details. Learn how to find Newspaper Matches in your Storied family tree and leverage them to reveal forgotten info, capture social history, spark further research, and inspire your storytelling.