Journey Through the Generations
Uncover Your Roots: Exploring Ancestry & Family History
I have always hated going to cemeteries. As a matter of fact, I would avoid them at all costs when I could. But that was before my Dad passed away in November 2020. Since then, I have visited the cemetery quite often. I'm still not completely at ease being there, but it's easier knowing that... Continue Reading →
My Dad, Wayman Mays, with is brother, Leslie Mays and me - Newport, Arkansas
I'm excited to announce that registration for RootsTech 2023 is now open. This conference will be held both virtually and in person in Salt Lake City, Utah March 2-4, 2023. The theme for RootsTech 2023 is “Uniting.” Bringing genealogy and technology together has always been a foundation of RootsTech, but also bringing together people and... Continue Reading →
Mr. and Mrs. Gus Hatchett with great grand baby Gia - Newport, Arkansas 1973
In 2001, Utah Senator, Senator Orrin Hatch, introduced a bill to Congress making October Family History Month. He said "By searching for our roots, we come closer together as a human family". 2001 isn't that long ago. In 2001 I was a newlywed and recent college graduate trying to find my way in this world.... Continue Reading →
Blakeney Family Reunion 2022 Charleston, South Carolina
Trisha viewing the headstone AFTER Phillip found it. Chicago, Illinois 2014
Early 1900s in North Little Rock, Arkansas - Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas, Little Rock Special Collections
My Granny, Gladys Denson Mays, standing second from the left - Photo courtesy of the James Morgan Collection, Butler Center for Arkansas Studies
I read Alex Haley's Roots when I was 12 years old with my Granny during summer break. I remember not wanting to go outside and play, so she told me I had to read a book if I was going to stay inside. My Granny had been a teacher/high school guidance counselor for over 50... Continue Reading →
Trisha Mays-Cummings
The Afro American Historical and Genealogical Society has announced that the 43rd National Conference is now open for registration. This year's conference will be virtual on October 12-15, 2022. There will be sessions on DNA, research methodologies, how to research online, how to research during slavery for both the slave and the slave owner, and... Continue Reading →
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