Access Genealogy
One of the largest collections of free genealogy for United States ancestry. It features sources for vital, census, and military records, with a specialized focus on Native American research and historical details.
Ancestor Hunt website
A resource site dedicated to helping researchers find free online records. It specializes in curated links to historical newspapers, obituaries, and vital records across the United States and Canada.
Archive Grid
A collection of over 7 million archival material descriptions. It helps researchers locate primary sources like letters, diaries, and family papers held in libraries and archives worldwide.
Baldwin Hall
A historic community landmark that serves as a resource for local history in Millersville, Maryland. It offers insights into the community’s heritage and hosts various local historical events.
General Land Office Records
We provide live access to Federal land conveyance records for the Public Land States, including image access to more than five million Federal land title records issued between 1788 and the present. We also have images of survey plats and field notes, land status records, and control document index records. Due to organization of documents in the GLO collection, this site does not currently contain every Federal title record issued for the Public Land States.
Connecticut GenWeb Project
Part of the USGenWeb Project, this site provides free genealogical resources for Connecticut. It includes transcriptions of vital records, census data, and other historical documents for the state.
Cyndi's List
A comprehensive, categorized, and cross-referenced list of links to genealogical research sites online. Serving as a primary starting point for researchers for over 25 years, it covers a vast range of topics.
Death Certificate Codes
A reference guide for the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) codes used on death certificates. It helps researchers accurately interpret historical causes of death.
Family Search Library
A global network providing access to experts, volunteers, and millions of documents. This resource helps individuals discover their family history through extensive archives and collaborative research tools.
FamilySearch
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides FamilySearch free of charge to everyone, regardless of tradition, culture, or religious affiliation. FamilySearch resources help millions of people around the world discover
Federal Land Records
Provides access to over 5 million federal land title records for the United States. It is an essential resource for researching ancestral land ownership and settlement.
Genealogy and the Law
Provides a layman’s guide to legal terminology specifically for genealogy research. It is designed to help users better understand historical legal documents and their genealogical implications
FamilySearch WIKI
Jump-start your research! Guided Research will help you find the best databases for select locations.
Massachusetts Ancestor Search
Offers a variety of links and resources for tracing ancestors in Massachusetts. It features guides to vital records, census data, and historical societies across the Commonwealth.
Massachusetts Archives Vital Records
The official search portal for historical Massachusetts vital records. It provides access to indexes and information for researching births, marriages, and deaths in the state’s archives.
Massachusetts Passenger Manifests
Provides a searchable database of passenger manifests for immigrants arriving at Massachusetts ports. This is an essential tool for tracing the arrival of ancestors in New England.
Michigan Genweb site
A volunteer-driven resource providing free genealogical data for Michigan. It offers county-specific records, including vital stats, census indexes, and historical maps for researchers of Michigan families.
New York Cemeteries
A comprehensive database of cemetery transcriptions and burial records across New York State. It helps researchers locate gravesites and gather information from headstone inscriptions.
Old Disease Names and Modern Definitions
A specialized glossary translating historical disease names into modern medical terms. It helps researchers better understand the health history of their ancestors.
Olive Tree Genealogy
Offers extensive free records, including ship passenger lists, military records, and Palatine genealogy. It focuses on helping researchers find ancestors through unique databases and practical research guides.
Pennsylvania GenWeb Project
Offers free genealogical resources and historical data for Pennsylvania. It features county-level resources, including transcriptions of vital records and links to local historical societies.
Social Security Applications 1936-2007
A searchable database of Social Security application data. It often includes valuable details like birthdates, birthplaces, and parents' names for deceased individuals.
State Library of Pennsylvania - Newspapers
Provides access to a vast collection of historical Pennsylvania newspapers. This is a critical resource for finding obituaries, local news, and historical context for Pennsylvania ancestors.
SteveMorse.org
This site contains tools for finding immigration records, census records, vital records, and for dealing with calendars, maps, foreign alphabets, and numerous other applications. Some of these tools fetch data from other websites but do so in more versatile ways than the search tools provided on those websites.
The Family History Guide
A free, best-in-class learning environment for family history. It offers step-by-step guidance suitable for everyone from beginners to seasoned researchers, helping users achieve their genealogical goals efficiently.
Washington DC Family History Center
A local facility of the FamilySearch network providing expert assistance and access to extensive genealogical records. It serves researchers in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
Where to Write For Vital Records
A comprehensive directory provided by the CDC on how to obtain birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates from various U.S. states and territories.
