Genealogy: Genealogy Websites

Ann Lawthers of the New England Historic Genealogical Society has created an outstanding introduction for novice genealogists. Includes a basic guide to research, explanations of genealogical resources, and more.

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Provides access to National Genealogical Society publications, webinars, and other instructional resources created by the NGS.

A categorized and cross-referenced index to genealogical resources on the Internet. This is a compendium of links to sites of interests for genealogists. Does not provide access to primary resources.

Contains photos, maps and manuscripts that can be great genealogical resources. The Library of Congress has one of the largest collections of genealogical resources in the world. At present, only a portion of it is available online through this website.

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation's record keeper. The National Archives contains extensive holdings of government documents and records of interest to genealogists.

An excellent guide to getting started in genealogy from Family Search, the largest provider of free genealogical information.