August 8, 2025
Performing on the main stage as one of the RootsTech 2025 keynotes, Mat and Savanna Shaw shared incredible vocal harmony and touched the hea…
February 3, 2021
We are all proud of where we come from. Whether you’re a first-generation immigrant or you have just discovered your roots by taking a DNA t…
July 19, 2019
The FamilySearch Family Tree allows you to discover more about your family, keep track of your family tree, and share what you know with other family members—all for free!
August 8, 2025
Exploring your African American heritage has historically presented challenges, especially before 1870, when records rarely mentioned the na…
August 1, 2025
Celebrate Family History Month in Australia and New Zealand by joining some of these exciting events! They will be packed with expert talks,…
August 1, 2025
FamilySearch adds millions of free historical records every month. See new records from Italy, Costa Rica, Brazil and more!
August 1, 2025
We hope you are enjoying your summer! While you are lounging by the pool or on a road trip, take a look at some of these amazing genealogy c…
July 25, 2025
While first names are often unique, your last name will generally be the name that ties you to your family heritage. Costa Rican last names …
July 25, 2025
Costa Ricans, or “ticos,” as they prefer to be known, are some of the happiest, friendliest people in the world. Costa Rica culture is a col…
July 25, 2025
So you have thousands of photos that you don’t know what to do with? You’re not alone. My camera roll alone had 38,000 photos, and I’ve foun…
July 18, 2025
As the director of design and engineering for FamilySearch.org for many years, Craig Miller was in charge of overseeing the development of v…
July 18, 2025
"This forum is all about breaking barriers," said RootsTech emcee Kirby Heyborne as he welcomed everyone to this year's FamilySearch Global …
July 11, 2025
If you’ve spent much time working in the FamilySearch Family Tree, you’ve probably encountered duplicates—two profiles that represent the sa…
July 10, 2025
Our ancestors have a story to tell, and we are strengthened by knowing those stories. This is the message shared in this year’s RootsTech 20…
July 1, 2025
FamilySearch adds millions of new records from Italy, Brazil, Belgium, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Ukraine and more.
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