Tracing African American history may be difficult, but the work of historian Henry Louis Gates proves that it isn't impossible. With this resource, learn how to plan a project on your family history.

A great resource for families who are tracing their family tree. Get started by reading tips on organizing and connecting with fellow family tree searchers.

Set up to assist American families in tracing their family histories, this extensive guide explains how to begin the process, to conduct research, tp take oral interviews, and to locate and analyze documents.

From the companion website of the first African American Lives PBS series. (A sequel to that series was broadcast n 2008.) The series profiles the family roots of nine Americans of African descent. Learn what the science of DNA can tell...

Embrace the history and culture of the Mariposa Indian tribe, also known as the Yokuts primarily of San Joaquin Valley, California.

"The David Rumsey Historical Map Collection focuses on rare 18th and 19th century North and South America cartographic history materials. Historic maps of the World, Europe, Asia, and Africa are also represented. The collection...

A multimedia-rich exhibition that explores the traditional Chinese home of the Huang family. With excellent photographs and cross-sections of the structure of the home and its surroundings. Includes a fascinating genealogy of the family...

The homepage for the New Hampshire State Library. Search the library's catalog or those of other libraries in the state, locate resources on history, genealogy, "Best Schools Resource Center," internet, "Talking Book Program," and...