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Orphan Trains: A Brief History and Research How-to
The phenomenon of orphan trains is a fascinating and upsetting aspect of New York’s history which has captured the imagination of genealogists and popular culture alike.
...New NY Records Online: October 2020
With so many new genealogy records coming online around the web, it can be hard to keep up!
Here is our roundup of some notable New York records that have debuted around...
Free Education for You: NYG&B's Day of Giving Back
We have been grateful for the support of our members, donors, and friends during this eventful year.
To show our appreciation, we invite you to join us for NYG&B’s...
Wow!
What an impact many of you have made since we began our campaign last week. Our public comment has over 1,500 signatures, and we have heard from many of you who...
Free Family History Webinars October 19-22
Don't miss out on our four free webinars during next week's NYG&B Week!
NYG&B Week is a recurring series of free webinars, and the latest installment features ...
8 ways to use the NYG&B website to improve your skills and find ancestors
The mission of the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society is to help you discover, preserve, and share the stories of your New York family history.
Our website...