Welcome to the Library Research Guide for History 122 with Dr. Fisher. This guide will help you find resources to complete your Family History Research Project. Click on the blue tabs above for further assistance as you begin your research.
Everyone's family tree is unique, so everyone will be using different sources to build their own family tree. Explore the sites that interest you and expand your knowledge of where to find your family history.
You want to find out more information about your family and your ancestors. Start with what you already know. Talk to your relatives. Involve family members. Start today, not in ten years. So much information and clues for your search can be lost in a few years.
Record everything your family knows, especially stories. Look for clues in the attic. Old photos might have dates written on the back, indicate fraternal organizations, or show the ages of siblings. Maybe your great-grandfather was given a silver spoon with his christening date and initials engraved on it.
Fill in the gaps in your family tree charts by searching for historical records. Start with the "Online Resources" tab and look for census pages for your family and ancestors. Document all your sources so that anyone can find this information again.
You can access Ancestry.com at home by using your T-Wolves credentials.
