New Magazine for Genealogy Beginners
March 10, 2008 by Chris
Filed under Genealogy Research Resources, Getting Started, Sharing Genealogy Information
All of a sudden there seems to be a run on posts related to magazines. Here is another one I came across this morning. Discovering Family History is a new magazine geared toward the beginning genealogist. You can download a free (no sign-up required) preview at the link above. The publisher writes: “Welcome to Discovering Family History, the latest magazine from the publishers of Family Chronicle, Internet Genealogy and History Magazine. This new bi-monthly magazine is targeted at people who Continue reading “New Magazine for Genealogy Beginners” »
History of Genealogy
March 9, 2008 by Chris
Filed under Genealogy Research Resources, Getting Started, Sharing Genealogy Information
In this great article, first published in the July/ August 1999 edition of Family Chronicle Magazine, Donna Porter-Phillips looks at the initial stages and development of genealogy as a hobby and professional practice. Ms. Porter-Phillips states that from the beginning, people have felt the need to leave a record of themselves. “Cave paintings in France, tombstone art all over the world, and even the petroglyphs and pictographs of Native Americans, all point to the fact that early man wanted Continue reading “History of Genealogy” »
Maps of Historic London
March 8, 2008 by Chris
Filed under Genealogy Searches by Place, Introduction to Genealogy, Public Records
The folks over at Genealogy Insider have brought us a great post on London Maps. In an article by Grace we learn about the virtual exhibition of historical maps of the city from the British Library. This is a must visit, titles like this one from a map dating from 1653 should spark your interest for more.
‘A guide for Cuntrey men In the famous Cittey of LONDON by the helpe of wich plot they shall be able to Continue reading “Maps of Historic London” »
National Archives to Host Public Interest Declassification Board
March 8, 2008 by Chris
Filed under Articles, Latest News, Public Records
The National Archives has posted a Media Alert for March 17; this alert is to announce an open meeting of The Public Interest Declassification Board (PIDB) in order to seek the public’s reaction to its recent report on “Improving Declassification.” Included in the meeting format, representatives of selected public interest groups will make formal presentations and members of the general public will be given the opportunity express their thoughts regarding the report.The meeting is scheduled to take place Monday, March Continue reading “National Archives to Host Public Interest Declassification Board” »
Spring/ Summer Hours begin at the National Archives on March 27
March 8, 2008 by Chris
Filed under Articles, Latest News, Public Records
From March 12-26, the National Archives will be celebrating “Magna Carta Days” and will be open until 8pm. Following this event, the National Archives will be moving to their Spring/Summer schedule. Starting March 27th, hours at the National Archives will be 10a.m. until 7 p.m., 7 days a week. Admission is free. Some of the features are:
- The Charters of Freedom – the original Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights and Constitution.
- Running for Office: Campaigns, Continue reading “Spring/ Summer Hours begin at the National Archives on March 27” »
Preview of Magna Carta
March 1, 2008 by Chris
Filed under Articles, Latest News, Public Records
I just received this update from the National Archives last week; I won’t be able to make it, but if you’re in the D.C. area, this is quite an opportunity. The National Archives will be holding an exclusive preview of the Magna Carta for members of the press before it goes back on display. This will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to photograph or videotape the Magna Carta outside of its display case. Press will also have the Continue reading “Preview of Magna Carta” »