Genealogy Roundup, July 24
In this week's Roundup: Orphan heirlooms returned to their families, sisters find each other, a family photo reenactment, and much more!
In this week's Roundup: Orphan heirlooms returned to their families, sisters find each other, a family photo reenactment, and much more!
This quarter’s grant was awarded in support of the educational programming offered by the Nichi Bei Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping the Japanese American community connected, informed, and empowered.
In this week's Roundup: Man accused of stealing WWII dog tags from National Archives, a victory for New York adoptees, and more...
In this week's Roundup: Why George Washington recorded his genealogy, an 84-year-old meets her family of birth, and more.
In this week's Roundup: how DNA helped one man identify his grandfather and solve a crime, two orphan heirloom stories, Oprah's keynote at the Statue of Liberty Museum opening, and more.
In this week's Roundup: A celebration of those who gave their all for their country.
In this week's Roundup: A heartwarming story of genetic genealogy at its best and a photo from the opening night gala at the Statue of Liberty museum.
When asked what she wanted people to take away from a visit to the Statue of Liberty Museum, Diane von Furstenberg answered, "The importance of liberty and the importance of freedom. The museum is directly across from Ellis Island, so it’s also about the importance of welcoming people."
Semiferal pets, cash stuffed into medicine bottles, and sometimes a file cabinet that reveals a millionaire. Ever wondered about the work of public administrators who oversee the estates and search for heirs of those who die without a will? Check out this week's roundup for a fascinating peek behind the scenes.
In this week's Roundup: A town for sale (with the tempting name of Story), a perfectly preserved baby boot from the 14th century, using genetic genealogy to catch criminals, a mother-daughter reunion after 82 years apart, and more.