Category: The Family History Guide Association

Breaking News: The Family History Guide on PBS

It has been a landmark week for The Family History Guide Association. On May 20 we received an unexpected email from “Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid,” a popular documentary series that runs on various PBS channels. Their research team had selected us as a potential partner for the filming of their new project: Roots Rediscovered – Exploring the World of Genealogy....

50 Fabulous Features in The Family History Guide

The Family History Guide Association just wrapped up a highly successful weekend at the National Genealogical Society (NGS) Conference: Expanding Possibilities. The conference was all virtual this year, so an increased number of NGS members attended online. Many visited The Family History Guide online booth, which ended up being one of the most popular booths at the conference in terms...

The Family History Guide Is at the Virtual 2024 NGS Conference

Last year, The Family History Guide Association traveled to Richmond, VA for the National Genealogical Society (NGS)  Conference. We had an exhibitor booth there, and we met up with lots of interesting and dedicated people in the world of genealogy, We also laid the groundwork for the educational partnership between The Family History Guide Association and NGS. This year, NGS...

The Family History Guide at the New England FamilySearch Fair

On Saturday, March 23 I (Bob Taylor) will be joining Manuel Sanhueza from FamilySearch at the New England FamilySearch Fair, held in South Royalton, Vermont. Representatives from a number of historical and genealogical societies in the New England area will also be there with booths to share information about their activities. There are general sessions, workshops, and special meetings for...

New Video: Why I Love The Family History Guide

One of the most exciting things to see is people getting excited about family history! This video on our YouTube Channel gives a first-person perspective from a teenage family history enthusiast, and it includes honest questions and concerns that many people have about getting started with family history. It also shares the deep appreciation expressed by one woman for family...