Articles tagged with “genealogy”
Comparisons
A massive new collection of 570,000 Quebec obituaries has just been added to Ancestry.com, opening new doors for anyone with Canadian roots. We explore what this means for your family history search and how it highlights the difference between collecting data and preserving the stories behind the names.
Patrick Moore • October 3, 2026
How-To Guides
That shoebox of old family photos is a treasure, but it's also incredibly fragile. This guide walks through the best practices for long-term physical preservation, covering the right materials, storage environments, and handling techniques to protect your prints, albums, and negatives for future generations.
Patrick Moore • September 27, 2026
Insights
AI is no longer just science fiction; it's a powerful new partner for anyone exploring their family tree. From automatically colorizing black-and-white photos to deciphering faded handwriting on census records, artificial intelligence is revolutionizing genealogy. Discover how these new tools are making family history more accessible and vivid than ever before.
Patrick Moore • August 22, 2026
Comparisons
MyHeritage recently announced Y-DNA testing, allowing users to trace their paternal lineage thousands of years into the past. This deep genetic data offers a new way to understand your roots. Discover how this powerful tool works and how it can complement the personal stories and photos you preserve in a family archive like Memory Murals.
Patrick Moore • August 20, 2026
Comparisons
Ancestry and Kensington Tours have partnered to offer "personal heritage journeys," turning DNA results and family trees into real-world travel. We explore what this means for family history enthusiasts and how to preserve the new memories you'll make along the way.
Patrick Moore • July 31, 2026
