US Sources in Genealogy Research

Learning how to work with vital records, censuses, military records and other sources is essential for genealogists. Other published sources, such as newspapers, city and business directories, newsletters, journals, local histories and published genealogies, can offer even more insight about our forebears’ everyday lives.

Choose from the courses listed below to discover how to find your family in US sources.

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Mastering Genealogy Research in Court Records

Courthouses around the United States are the guardians of many of the most important (and sometimes the only) existing records of our ancestors’ lives. We can’t really say we’ve learned all we can about an ancestor without examining courthouse holdings for every county that person lived in. But between legal terminology, busy clerks and inconsistent records from county to county, a courthouse can be an intimidating place to research. Gain the tools and confidence to overcome these obstacles in this 4-week course. Learn More →

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Power Course: Indiana Genealogy

From Indianapolis to greater Chicago, whether your ancestors were early settles to the Northwest Territory or French-Canadian fur traders, German immigrants or members of the Iroquois nation, this is the course for you. Head toward your Hoosier State heritage in this week-long power course. Learn More →

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Power Course: Wisconsin Genealogy

From Milwaukee to Madison to Green Bay, roots in this Northern state span from early Native American tribes to French explorers and fur trappers who crossed the border from Canada. Churn up your Cheese Head ancestors in America’s Dairyland and fill in your Badger State family tree in this course. Learn More →

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Power Course: Georgia Genealogy

One of the original 13 Colonies, the history of Georgia is both broad and burdensome, marred by slavery, the Civil War, the Trail of Tears and a center for Civil Rights conflict. But don’t let the past deter you from digging into your roots–the Georgia soil is rich with records and all kinds of research-friendly material. In this course, we’ll provide everything you need to polish off your Peach State family tree. Learn More →

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Power Course: Connecticut Genealogy

Whether your ancestor was a New Haven native, a dock worker in Bridgeport or of the Hartford upper crust, many genealogists can trace their Native American, Dutch, English, Italian and Irish roots back to this New England state. Both newcomers to Connecticut genealogy and seasoned veterans will discover helpful tools, sources and strategies to find their Constitution State ancestors. Learn More →

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Power Course: North Carolina Genealogy

Whether your ancestor was a tobacco planter, soybean farmer or cotton plantation slave, then this course on finding your North Carolina family is for you. Both North Carolina genealogy beginners and seasoned veterans will discover helpful tips, strategies and tools to find their Tar Heel State ancestors. Learn More →

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Power Course: California Genealogy

YOU’LL LOVE THIS IF: You have California roots but don’t know where to start your research You’re approaching a brick wall in your California genealogy and need some new tips and tricks You have ancestors from big cities like L.A. or San Francisco Whether your ancestor was a Spanish missionary, cattle rancher or headed west for the California Gold Rush, then this course on rooting out your California relatives is for you. Both newcomers to California genealogy and seasoned veterans will discover helpful tools, sources … Learn More →

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Power Course: Virginia Genealogy

Whether your ancestor was a settler of colonial Jamestown, an Algonquin tribesman or an insurgent in Bacon’s Rebellion, this class will serve to solve your Virginia genealogy impasse. Both newcomers to Virginia and seasoned veterans will discover helpful tools, sources and strategies to find their Old Dominion State ancestors. Learn More →

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Power Course: Massachusetts Genealogy

YOU’LL LOVE THIS IF: You’re just starting to seek our Massachusetts genealogy You’ve hit a brick wall in your Bay State research You have ancestors from Boston and want tips specific to that city Whether your ancestor was a Plymouth Pilgrim, an employee of the Massachusetts Bay Company or dumped tea in the Boston Harbor, this class will help you root out your Massachusetts family. Both newcomers to New England and seasoned veterans will discover helpful tools, sources and strategies to find their Bay State … Learn More →

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Power Course: Pennsylvania Genealogy

YOU’LL LOVE THIS IF: You’re intimidated by the breadth and depth of Pennsylvania genealogy You’re looking for a fresh start on your Pennsylvania family research You have ancestors from Philadelphia or Pittsburgh and want tips specific to those cities Whether your ancestor was Pennsylvania Dutch, a Quaker or a member of the First Continental Congress, this class is the answer to your Pennsylvania genealogy problems. Both newcomers to Pennsylvania and seasoned veterans will discover helpful tools, sources and strategies to find their Keystone State ancestors. … Learn More →