The Best Genealogy Websites Free and Paid (and When to Use Them)

I used to have way too many browser tabs open and no clue which site had what I needed. After years of genealogy research, I've figured out which genealogy websites free and paid are actually worth it. Here's what I wish someone had told me sooner.

Genealogy ResourcesJessica NeavesApril 14, 2026FamilySearch, Find a Grave, Chronicling America, Legacy Family Tree Webinars, Cyndi's List, Fulton History, The USGenWeb Project, The Internet Archive, The David Rumsey Map Collection, Ancestry.com, GenealogyBank, FindmypastComment

How To Reveal Your Ancestors' Stories With The Scoop From Society Pages

Society pages in historical newspapers are essential genealogy resources. You can find details on your ancestor’s everyday life, as well as their community.

Genealogy Resources, Research SkillsJessica NeavesAugust 8, 2023Newspapers, GenealogyBank, Newspapers.com, Chronicling America, women, social columnsComment

How to Find and Use Hidden Clues in Obituaries

Obituaries are an essential resource in your genealogy toolkit. They’re an amazing source of family history info.

Research SkillsJessica NeavesSeptember 22, 2020Obituaries, Newspapers, search tips, Chronicling America, FamilySearch, Elephind, Find a Grave, ancestry, Newspapers.com, historical societies, books Comment

10 Black Genealogy Resources You Need To Know

More Black genealogy resources are coming online as records get digitized. Here’s 10 resources to help your search.

Genealogy ResourcesJessica NeavesAugust 18, 2020Black genealogy, African American genealogy, Freedmen's Bureau, International African American Museum, Chronicling America, Newspapers, Lowcountry Africana, Unknown No LongerComment