Journey Through the Generations
Uncover Your Roots: Exploring Ancestry & Family History
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 →
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 →
Phillip and I at the University of Arkansas in 1996
Members of Emory Chapel United Methodist Church in Newport, Arkansas during the 1950s - Photo courtesy of the Jackson County Historical Society
I started this journey over 10 years ago alone in the library looking through census records on microfilm. I wrote out my family tree by hand from the one funeral program I had of my Granny's and the newspaper obituaries of my other three grandparents and my great grandmother. I hadn't read any genealogy reference... Continue Reading →
Mark your calendars for March 2-4, 2023! I'm excited to announce that RootsTech 2023 will be a global online event enhanced by an in-person experience! YOU decide how you want to enjoy RootsTech. Attend the conference from the comfort of your home or join your fellow family history enthusiasts in person in Salt Lake City.... Continue Reading →
My father hanging out with his father in 1957 - Happy Father's Day
My brother on his high school graduation day with our parents and grandmothers May 1990
I'm so excited to announce that our podcast has been included in the Best 25 Genealogy Podcasts to Follow in 2022. We are listed with some of my favorite genealogy podcasts including, Lisa Louise Cooke's Genealogy Gems, Bernice Bennett's Research at the National Archives and Beyond, and Family Tree Magazine Podcast. We are thrilled to... Continue Reading →
It has been 72 years of waiting, but the 1950 US Census has finally been released. I still have to wait another 12 years for the 1960 US Census to be released to be able to find my parents. But I have been able to locate all of my grandparents, my great grandmother, and most... Continue Reading →
Black History Month has always been special to me, but this year was even more special because I was able to curate two displays to honor the African American high school in my hometown, W.F. Branch (click HERE to read more about these displays). Creating these displays and being able to share the history of... Continue Reading →
It's almost time. As of today, Feb. 27th, we are 4 days away from the start of RootsTech 2022. We are super excited about RootsTech. Although we wish we were in Salt Lake City in person, we're glad virtual is an option again this year. If you would like to participate in RootsTech, it's not... Continue Reading →
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