New Episode! Overcoming Challenges in African American Genealogy Research

New Episode! Overcoming Challenges in African American Genealogy Research

In this episode, Family Tree University instructor Shamele Jordon joins us to discuss challenges in African American genealogy research and how family historians can overcome them. Plus we explore websites for French genealogy records, newspaper research and a new online storytelling tool.

Online Course: Researching African American Ancestors

In this 4-week course, join instructor Shamele Jordon and learn how to trace the lives of your African American ancestors. While this research is very similar to that of other groups, it changes dramatically prior to 1870. This course will help you access, analyze, and uncover sources that document your family's past.

African American Genealogy

While African American genealogy can bring with it some real challenges, the rewards make it well worth the effort. Here, our African American genealogy experts share tips on records research and much more.

African American Genealogy Cheat Sheet Download

Use this quick-reference African American Genealogy Cheat Sheet to research your Black ancestry. The charts, tips, timeline, DNA answers, websites and books will help you find enslaved ancestors, freedmen, free Black people, and their descendants in US census, newspaper, Freedmen’s Bureau, Freedman’s Bank, US Colored Troops, plantation, court, and other records.

Premium: How to Use Geneanet

Geneanet claims to be the largest European genealogy website. Here’s an overview of its family trees and other helpful features.