Q: My grandfather was a Mason. How can I research him?

Genealogy Question of the Day

Q: “My grandfather was well-known among the Masons...I’ve done all sorts of searches and come up with noting. Do you have any ideas of where else I can search?”

Find Your Immigrant Ancestors

Many people become interested in genealogy because they want to learn more about where their family came from—specifically, to discover the identify of their immigrant ancestors. This course will teach you how to identify the immigrant ancestors in your family tree using US records, identify their hometown, and how to pinpoint when and where he or she left (especially those who arrived after 1850).

6 Steps to Organizing and Managing Your Digital Photos

Are your digital photos scattered across your computer, phone and camera? Take six steps now so your family's visual legacy won't be lost forever.

Beginner's Guide to Genealogy eBook

Start your family history research! This easy-to-understand guide will help you find your ancestors efficiently and with confidence. Inside, you'll find expert advice on the basics of genealogy, with tutorials for building a family tree, finding and understanding key genealogy records, and organizing your files and research, plus a roundup of can't-miss beginner-friendly genealogy websites. 

Premium: 7 Strategies for Researching the Right Ancestor and Avoiding Mixups

Avoid researching the wrong ancestor with these tips for separating the right family member from the crowd.

Did you know that Family Tree has a FREE podcast? We do! Our podcast began back in 2008 and is still going strong with a new episode every month. Join our host, Lisa Louise Cooke, for interviews and tips from genealogy experts on a variety of research topics. Listen online, on YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts!