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Goal 2: Libraries and Archives



Goal 2: Learn about library, archive and other resources for Jewish research.


Choices


AExplore the resources at the American Jewish Historical Society.


  1. Watch this video for an introduction to Jewish research.

    AA—Genealogical Resources—54:04 - 2015



BExplore other Jewish American resources.


  1. Archives: Explore the genealogy page for the American Jewish Archives site.
  2. Family History Library: Learn about Jewish genealogy research at the Family History Library.

    Secrets of Jewish Genealogical Research—56:37 - 2014



  3. Headstones: Learn about Hebrew naming and how to read headstones.

    Hebrew Naming and How to Read Headstones—6:38 - 2016


    7 Popular Symbols on Jewish Headstones—3:36 - 2015



  4. Newspapers: Explore Jewish-American newspaper resources on the Ancestor Hunt site.
  5. Message Boards: Use the Ancestry message boards to read or post questions about Jewish research.