Genealogy News
Work is underway on a guide to New York’s state archives
NEW YORK CITY – April 27, 2018
The NYG&B, New York’s oldest and largest genealogical organization, is spearheading the key publication.
The New York Genealogical and...
Big news: New York Roman Catholic records now online
Excellent news today for New York researchers with Catholic ancestors: Findmypast has added the first batch of New York records to their Catholic Heritage Archive.
This release...
New records added to the NYG&B eLibrary
We're excited to announce the addition of over 100,000 new images to the NYG&B eLibrary!
Our new digital records include New York State religious records (1639 - 1914), the...
New NYC birth index images, 1910 - 1965, available on Ancestry.com
Great news for those with ancestors born in New York City! Ancestry.com recently added a new searchable database containing crucial information on New York City births between...
Images of New York City vital records now online at FamilySearch
Fantastic news for New York City researchers!
Images of some New York City vital record certificates are available online from FamilySearch.
Navigate to the New York City wiki on ...
Changes to FamilySearch Microfilm Distribution
August 30 Update: FamilySearch announced that microfilm distribution will actually end September 7, 2017 - the last day you can order microfilms online. Read the full update from...
Some of New York's Oldest Records to be Moved for Future Preservation
Some of New York's most valuable genealogical and historical treasures, from the New York County Clerk's Division of Old Records located on the 7th and 8th floor of the Surrogate'...