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Estimating dates and ages in genealogical writing

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Dates and ages are fundamental elements of genealogy. As many researchers know, it's not uncommon to arrive at a date or age in our family history that we know isn't exact - but when you do, what's the proper way to document your estimate and describe it in your writing?

October is Family History Month!

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At the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society, we help people preserve, document, and share their family history 365 days a year - for us, every month is Family History Month!

Getting Started on Your Family History

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The exploration of your own family history can be a fun and fulfilling pursuit. Your ancestry includes thousands of unique individuals whose stories tell fascinating tales. Below are some key building blocks to help you begin your family history as you explore this fascinating and rewarding activity.

7 ways to use the NYG&B website to improve your skills and find ancestors

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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 is one of the primary tools we have created to help you achieve this worthy goal.  

Are you asking the right genealogy research question?

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Beginner Tips, Methodology
Tracing your family history and discovering interesting stories about your ancestors is an exciting way to maintain a rich connection to the past. But tracking down your relatives and finding the evidence you need is not always an easy task.
Released October 17!

Finding New York Birth, Marriage, and Death Records

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Introduction to New York Birth, Marriage, and Death Records

Official birth, marriage, and death records—also called vital records—are crucial family history sources that every researcher should seek.  

These deep and rich sources can provide names, relationships, locations, dates of events, and other essential details about your family.

New York genealogy tips from D. Joshua Taylor and Susan R. Miller

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Beginner Tips, Court, German, Immigration, Land, Naturalization
Earlier this year, we had our first ever live chat session with the President of the NYG&B, Joshua Taylor, and our Director of Education and Programming, Susan R. Miller.
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