The History Behind Migration
By Shannon Combs-Bennett, Student The first module of US: Migration Patterns was packed full of useful information. Facts and tid-bits that I had not heard before, or at least not…
My Next Course: US Migration Patterns
By Shannon Combs-Bennett, Student Through my research I have learned that my ancestors never stayed in one place too long. Some of you may be among the small few that…
What’s New?: Manitoba Ancestors Course Updated
What’s new at The National Institute? An update to the course Research: Manitoba Ancestors. Have Manitoba ancestors? This course will help you learn more about the specifics of researching in…
Planning a Cemetery Trip
by Tami K. Pelling, PLCGS. Staff, The National Institute for Genealogical Studies Just as many of our ancestors frequently visited cemeteries on Sunday afternoon to enjoy a picnic, tend…
Course Tip: Chronicling America
Earlier, we spotlighted the US: Newspaper Records course as part of the My Favorite Course blog series. Are newspapers your favorite genealogy source? Here’s a tip from the course. The website Chronicling …