January 2007
Booklists · Family History Guides
The Genealogy and Local History Department houses the largest genealogy collection in the Tristate. Among the thousands of titles are the following recommended guides which can be checked out.
Trace Your Roots with DNA:Using Genetic Tests to Explore Your Family Tree
Written by two of the country’s top genealogical researchers, this guide delves into the scientific approach to genealogy through DNA testing.
They Came In Ships: A Guide to Finding Your Immigrant Ancestor’s Arrival Record
A must read for navigating sources to chart your immigrant ancestor’s arrival in the United States.
Getting Started in Genealogy Online
A concise how-to guide which focuses on internet searching. Includes useful web addresses from every state.
Family History 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Finding Your Ancestors
This step-by-step guide will answer many questions for the fledgling genealogist.
AVONTAYNU Guide to Jewish Genealogy
This extensive guide covers all facets of Jewish genealogical research.
Beginner’s Guide to Germanic Genealogy
A good source for Germanic genealogy and history.
Black Roots: A Beginner’s Guide to Tracing the African American Family Tree
This concise guide walks the beginning African-American genealogist through the search process step-by-step.
Need more suggestions? Contact the Genealogy and Local History Department by phone (513-369-6905) or email and a reference librarian will be happy to assist you.