Genealogy Resource Kit

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On Saturday, March 9, Johnson County Library is hosting a National Genealogy Day Open House and Resource Fair in conjunction with the Johnson County Gene...Show more On Saturday, March 9, Johnson County Library is hosting a National Genealogy Day Open House and Resource Fair in conjunction with the Johnson County Genealogical Society from 10 AM - 3 PM at the Central Resource Library. A variety of genealogy resources will be showcased for the public. The genealogical society also conducts monthly meetings at the Central Resource Library branch. Check out our events page for more information. Show less

A Beginner's Guide to Online Genealogy

Learn How to Trace your Family History and Discover your Roots

by Dunn, Michael

Book - 2015

An excellent resource for the individual just starting their genealogy journey, this book highlights free databases and websites, along with steps to navigate your search online. An excellent resource for the individual just starting their genealogy journey, this book highlights free databases and websites, along with steps to navigate your search online. Show less

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AARP Genealogy Online

Tech to Connect

by Helm, Matthew

Book - 2012

Endorsed by the AARP, this resource is intended to be a leisurely introduction to the world of genealogy. Endorsed by the AARP, this resource is intended to be a leisurely introduction to the world of genealogy. Show less

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| Johnson County Library: Genealogy Databases

https://www.jocolibrary.org/research/genealogy

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Johnson County Library hosts a plethora of online resources to aid any search no matter what size. These premium resources include Ancestry.com, Heritage...Show more Johnson County Library hosts a plethora of online resources to aid any search no matter what size. These premium resources include Ancestry.com, Heritage Quest Online, American Ancestors, and many more. The Johnson County Library also specializes in local genealogy research (Kansas and Missouri), and has specific tools for the individual researching local history (ex. Joco History Collections). Please be aware that some of the resources mentioned may only be accessed within the Johnson County Library system. Show less

Finding your Roots

The Official Companion to the PBS Series

by Gates, Henry Louis

Book - 2014

The companion book to the successful PBS documentary series 'Finding your Roots' this book covers beginning and advanced tactics and strategies in navigating the world of genealogy. The companion book to the successful PBS documentary series 'Finding your Roots' this book covers beginning and advanced tactics and strategies in navigating the world of genealogy. Show less

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Organize your Genealogy

Strategies and Solutions for Every Researcher

by Smith, Drew

Book - 2016

Learn to develop a research plan with specific goals and objectives that are tailored to your needs in order to have success with your findings and information. Learn to develop a research plan with specific goals and objectives that are tailored to your needs in order to have success with your findings and information. Show less

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Uncovering your Ancestry Through Family Photographs

by Taylor, Maureen Alice

Book - 2005

A picture tells a thousand words, and this resource explains how to decipher the history and find hidden connections to the past, present, and future. Th...Show more A picture tells a thousand words, and this resource explains how to decipher the history and find hidden connections to the past, present, and future. The templates in the back of the book provide a method of documenting and logging the photographs for historical reference. Show less

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How to Archive Family Photos

A Step-by-step Guide to Organize and Share your Photos Digitally

by May-Levenick, Denise S

Book - 2015

Learn to utilize technology in order to preserve your artifacts for posterity. Learn to utilize technology in order to preserve your artifacts for posterity. Show less

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Social Networking for Genealogists

by Smith, Drew

Book - 2009

Utilize social media to make the most out of your genealogical search. For a more up to date listing of resources visit https://www.familytreemagazine.com/premium/social-media-genealogy-research/ Utilize social media to make the most out of your genealogical search. For a more up to date listing of resources visit https://www.familytreemagazine.com/premium/social-media-genealogy-research/ Show less

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The Family Tree Cemetery Field Guide

How to Find, Record, & Preserve your Ancestors' Graves

by Neighbors, Joy

Book - 2017

Cemeteries can be be an excellent primary resource for any genealogy case and this guide explains how to utilize the information and incorporate it into your search, Cemeteries can be be an excellent primary resource for any genealogy case and this guide explains how to utilize the information and incorporate it into your search, Show less

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The Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing and Genetic Genealogy

by Bettinger, Blaine T.

Book - 2016

Discover the connections between DNA testing and genealogy, including how testing can provide insight to genealogical queries. Discover the connections between DNA testing and genealogy, including how testing can provide insight to genealogical queries. Show less

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Mastering Census & Military Records

by Quillen, W. Daniel

Book - 2014

Government records do not need to be intimidating with this resource guide. Government records do not need to be intimidating with this resource guide. Show less

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Family Tree Factbook

Key Genealogy Tips and Stats for the Busy Researcher

by Haddad, Diane

Book - 2018

For the multi-tasking genealogy enthusiast who is on the go and in several different directions, this resource provides a glossary of important terms and ...Show more For the multi-tasking genealogy enthusiast who is on the go and in several different directions, this resource provides a glossary of important terms and phrases, strategies for making the most out of your search and statistics to enhance your search. Show less

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Advanced Genealogy Research Techniques

by Morgan, George G.

Book - 2014

For the experienced genealogist who is ready for (or is facing) a challenge in their research quest. For the experienced genealogist who is ready for (or is facing) a challenge in their research quest. Show less

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The Troubleshooter's Guide to Do-it-yourself Genealogy

by Quillen, W. Daniel

Book - 2016

For the intrepid individual with some experience under their belt, this book promotes advanced methods of research for the lengthy discoveries. For the intrepid individual with some experience under their belt, this book promotes advanced methods of research for the lengthy discoveries. Show less

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How to Write and Publish your Family Story in 10 Easy Steps

by Kyle, Noeline

Book - 2011

After researching and digging into your family's past, you may be wanting to share your story with the rest of the world. This book streamlines the proce...Show more After researching and digging into your family's past, you may be wanting to share your story with the rest of the world. This book streamlines the process with ten basic steps that cover shaping the story, developing characters, drafting and editing, and finally how to publish and promote your history to a modern audience. Show less

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