Shelby County Genealogical Society

06/16/2026

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Make the most of your state research time! With everything from online records guides to expert tips, learn how to find your Virginia ancestors.

06/15/2026

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Share your family history! Here’s the ultimate how-to plan for making a photo book: image qualities to consider, elements to include and a making a page plan.

06/13/2026

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The US flag has changed over time and those stars and stripes can help date historical photos. Here’s how to use flags as a photo-dating tool.

06/12/2026

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Death certificates can clue you in to more than just when and where an ancestor passed away. Learn how to uncover more details in these historical records.

06/09/2026

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Want to know more about surnames? Follow our guide to find out where hereditary family names came from and how to learn more about your last name.

06/08/2026

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Find your Eastern European roots—Russian, Polish, Ukrainian and more—in these key documents, some of which you can find online.

06/07/2026

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06/06/2026

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Our genealogy expert discusses how to trace members of the WWII Women's Army Corps.

06/04/2026

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Discover the ins and outs of Czechs' and Slovaks' immigration to America.

06/03/2026

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The AI boom has reached genealogy websites. See what new tools are being released by the major players in family history: transcribing records, telling stories, and more.