How Do You Know if Your Genealogy is Correct? – James Tanner (1 December 2022)
James Tanner discusses how to evaluate your genealogy to see if it is consistent with contemporary historical source documents. Can’t access YouTube? Click here.
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Researching Religious Records – Maureen Brady (17 November 2022)
This presentation presents strategies for researching religious records in the U.S., identifies the major repositories and archives and reviews various websites which provide access to religious records. Can’t access YouTube? Click here. Handout link
Essential Tools for the Hobbyist Genealogist – Olivia Jewell (10 November 2022)
Olivia Jewell talks about apps and tools designed for on-the-go family history. Can’t access YouTube? Click here.
How Do You Find Genealogical Records? – James Tanner (3 November 2022)
James Tanner gives tips and resources to help you find your genealogical records. Can’t access YouTube? Click here.
What’s New in Genetic Genealogy? – Bonnie Bossert (27 October 2022)
Genetic genealogy researcher Bonnie Bossert discusses the history, standards, and certifications surrounding genetic genealogy. Can’t access YouTube? Click here.
Personal Digital Archiving – Jeremy Myntti (13 October 2022)
Jeremy Myntti, Associate University Librarian for Metadata and IT at the Brigham Young University Library, presents on ways you can preserve your digital memories. Can’t access YouTube? Click here.
Copyright Law for Genealogists: An Update – James Tanner (6 October 2022)
James Tanner talks about copyright law in the United States for genealogists. Can’t access YouTube? Click here.
Missing: Reward! Locating Widows, Spinsters, and Bachelors – Sara Cochran (29 September 2022)
Sara Cochran gives some ideas on how to find widows and unmarried children. Can’t access YouTube? Click here. Handout
Southern Research Part 1: Historical Context & Census Records – Laura Lefler (22 September 2022)
Laura Lefler explains the context for why Southern research is sometimes difficult and how you can use available resources like the census. Can’t access YouTube? Click here.
The Family History Research “Circle”: The Internet, FamilySearch Family History Centers, Libraries, and On-Site Research – Maureen Brady (15 September 2022)
Maureen Brady explains the various resources you can use to do your family history. Can’t access YouTube? Click here. Handout
Important Links
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BYU Library Catalog
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FamilySearch Microfilms & Fiche at BYU
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Scanning Equipment
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FamilySearch*
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Ancestry.com
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MyHeritage
Library Edition
(BYU campus) 
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Find My Past
(BYU Library) 
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Saints by Sea
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The Family History Guide
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County Histories
(BYU access) 
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Fold3
(BYU access) 
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Sanborn Maps
(BYU access) 
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HistoryGeo
(BYU access) 
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Gateway to North America
(BYU access)
"BYU access" means that the item is accessible on BYU campus or remotely for logged-in BYU students and faculty. If labeled “BYU campus” then it is available anywhere on BYU campus, but not remotely. "BYU Library" indicates that you may only access the resource while physically at the BYU Library. (If you have a personal account with any of these sites, you can access them anywhere. If so, it is best to access them directly rather than using these links.)
*FamilySearch is accessiable anywhere on the Internet, but many of the images (ca. 25-30%) require viewing at a FamilySearch family history center. BYU Library is also designated as a family history center allowing access to these images.