Genealogy Roundup, April 15
In this week’s roundup, a nostalgic look at the Ellis Island database, Irish dancers inspired by Annie Moore, a new research tool from the Library of Virginia, Idris Elba’s surprising DNA journey, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, January 21
In this week’s roundup, important milestone in my research, Statue of Liberty Museum video, and more!
Genealogy Roundup, September 24
In this week’s roundup, a new St. Patrick’s mural honoring NYC immigrants, using DNA to unlock citizenship, intriguing baby name trend, and more.
Captured in Time: Syrian Immigrant Sultana Numeir upon Arrival in America in 1890
The fact that this image exists is remarkable enough, but the story that spilled out of it is even more so.
Captured in Time: 8-Year-Old Percy Hemingway upon Arrival in America in 1890
Percy Hemingway, age 8 Percy Hemingway was a [...]
Genealogy Roundup, August 27
In this week’s roundup, a film recommendation, troubling take on DNA sharing and the law, an interesting Ellis Island fact, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, August 20
In this week’s roundup, a journey through Europe’s emigration museums, the fallout from DNA surprises, the discovery of a photographer’s lost rural photos, and more!
Captured in Time: The Immigrant Lillicrap Family upon Arrival in America in 1890
Bessie Lillicrap must have been exhausted when she arrived in New York with her children.
Genealogy Roundup, June 25
In this week’s roundup, a beloved Ellis Island song, National Archives cuts, a twin seeks tribute for his brother, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, January 8
In this week's roundup, a useful genealogy resource, WWII hero identified, my new book, an Irish genealogical adventure, and more!