An update from the NJ State Library Genealogy Research Librarian, Regina Fitzpatrick: The Increase We took a look back over the past year, and found that there was a spike… Continue reading “Increase in Genealogy Research Assistance Requests at the New Jersey State Library”
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Get to Know Your Local Historical Society Project: Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society
The purpose of this project is to create a central repository of informational videos to promote the use of New Jersey historical societies to a wide audience. Many genealogical resources,… Continue reading “Get to Know Your Local Historical Society Project: Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society”
Recorded Webinars for Genealogy Research
National Family History Month 2024 This year, NJSL Presents was thrilled to celebrate National Family History Month with three programs: Recorded Genealogy Webinars from NJSL Presents If you attended one,… Continue reading “Recorded Webinars for Genealogy Research”
Finding Women Ancestors in New Jersey Program Recap
Thank you to Regina Fitzpatrick for a jam-packed program looking at the different ways and record groups we should consider as we try to trace our female ancestors throughout New… Continue reading “Finding Women Ancestors in New Jersey Program Recap”
WEBINAR – DNA Evidence: Analysis, Correlation & Interpretation
There is no doubt that the advent of DNA testing for genealogical purposes has revolutionized how people conduct their family history. DNA has provided researchers new avenues to investigate, uncovered… Continue reading “WEBINAR – DNA Evidence: Analysis, Correlation & Interpretation”
Using AI in Genealogy Program Recap
Thank you to Melanie McComb from American Ancestors for a wonderful exposition of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is currently impacting the landscape of genealogy. AI has infiltrated many aspects of… Continue reading “Using AI in Genealogy Program Recap”
WEBINAR – Garden State Genealogy: Records of the NJ State Archives
When conducting genealogy research in the great state of New Jersey, there is no better place than the NJ State Archives. Whether you are looking for vital records, wills, state… Continue reading “WEBINAR – Garden State Genealogy: Records of the NJ State Archives”
Get to Know Your Local Historical Society Project: Pascack Historical Society
Published on July 26, 2024 The purpose of this project is to create a central repository of informational videos to promote the use of New Jersey historical societies to a… Continue reading “Get to Know Your Local Historical Society Project: Pascack Historical Society”
WEBINAR – Using AI in Genealogy
There has been so much talk of Artificial Intelligence recently and how it will affect all aspects of our lives. Have you wondered how Artificial Intelligence might be able to… Continue reading “WEBINAR – Using AI in Genealogy”
Genealogy made easy at the State Library
Would you like to delve into your family history but aren’t sure how or where to look? The State Library’s Genealogy Research Guide offers great information to help you start… Continue reading “Genealogy made easy at the State Library”