Tracing ancestors in New York state? This New York Family History School course reviews the core resources for those searching for ancestors in New York state. Individual sessions introduce a variety of collections
Millions of immigrants arrived at the Port of New York, many taking their pathway through Castle Garden or Ellis Island. This New York Family History School course specifically covers strategies for tracing Irish, German
Finding family in the Big Apple can seem like a daunting task. This New York Family History School course provides attendees with a concrete understanding of New York City’s history, its boroughs, and the essential
Please join Jen Davis, NYG&B’s Vice President for Advancement and Membership, for a look at the many benefits of NYG&B membership. We want our members to take advantage of everything that we have to offer, so please join
Join Thomas Ruller from the New York State Archives and professional genealogist Jane E. Wilcox as they discuss Jane’s new book, New York State Archives—A Guide: For Family Historians, Biographers, and Historical
This event is free and can be attended online. Please join the NYG&B's Manager of Digital Collections, Kalyn Loewer, as she walks you through the Society of Colonial Wars in the State of New York collection, showing you
Finding Daniel McCormick is a free, online event held via Zoom. This lecture will provide a case study in how to use DNA analysis, coupled with traditional genealogical research, to find the ancestral village of Daniel
An Introduction to Heraldry is a free, online event held via Zoom. Join the NYG&B and special guest Paul Campbell, Vice President of the College of Arms Foundation, for an introduction to heraldry as we explore the
From its bucolic farms and orchards to its seat as a hotbed of Revolutionary War hostilities, the Hudson Valley is steeped in both beauty and history. Join the NYG&B and a guest expert for an online exploration of
This is a free, online event held via Zoom. Many members of the Latino diaspora are not aware of the plethora of resources available to connect them to their history. As the Puerto Rican diaspora made its way to the U.S