I have been researching family trees for over 17 years. Over that time, I've published multiple family histories for my clients and for myself. In each case, there is a special magic that happens when people discover their - often - hidden history. While true that today's DNA testing can provide insight into your roots, it rarely provides the story and the details behind the history. That's where research comes in.
Sites like Ancestry.com, MyHertiage.com, and others can provide those details in the form of birth records, death records, census records, and newspapers. However, they can be daunting and expensive. The good news is that there are free resources you can use to get started. In this episode of ARTalk with John Cole Artist, I will share some of my hidden secrets for getting started. I'll also speak to the value of knowing your story.
