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Resources for Genealogists
Start your family research, browse popular topics, find tools for genealogists, and learn about genealogy workshops nationwide.
Land Entry Case Files and Related Records
These records document the transfer of public lands from the U.S. government to private ownership.
Immigrant Records
Researchers can find information relating to immigrants from the late 1700s through the early 2000s.
Naturalization Records
Census Records
The National Archives has the census schedules on microfilm available from 1790 to 1940, and most have now been digitized.
Veterans' Service Records
Genealogy: Ethnic Heritage Links
A selection of links to websites useful for ethnic genealogical research.

FamilySearch
Create a free account to to search billions of historical records. Run by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Geni.com
This MyHeritage company offers free basic family-tree building services and a large social community of potential collaborators.

Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation Passenger Search
This database contains 65 million records covering passengers arriving to the Port of New York from 1820 to 1957.

NGS's Free Genealogy Resources
Free resources available from the National Genealogical Society, from fill-in pedigree charts and complimentary articles, to a U.S. Census video tutorial and research tips and hints. Links to additional free genealogy websites.

Genealogy resources from ISHS
Find online searchable indexes, digital access to historic newspapers, and more.

Idaho Genealogical Society
Offers some local-interest collections, including Idaho maps and county overviews with links to additional resources, and a guide to getting started with your family tree.

FARRIT genealogy page
All kinds of Idaho links, from finding in-state cemeteries and obituaries, to where to write for Idaho vital records. Check it out!