As we closeout Women’s History Month, I honor the woman who gave me my first understanding of family — my mother, Andrea. Through her, I learned the importance of connection, tradition, and remembering where we come from. Whether through stories, family gatherings, or quiet moments of reflection, she showed me that our history lives within
This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the women who shaped us — starting at home. For Shawna, her relationship with her mother is the foundation of her passion for family, history, and connection. Through love, guidance, and shared memories, her mother instilled in her the importance of knowing where you come from and honoring those
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we honor the women who quietly preserved our family history long before genealogy websites and digital archives existed. For many of us, our grandmothers were our first genealogists. They remembered the names of relatives, the places families came from, and the stories behind family traditions. Around kitchen tables, on
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we take time to honor the women who shaped our families, our communities, and our history. For generations, women have been the keepers of family stories. They preserved the names of grandparents, the places families migrated from, the traditions that defined holidays, and the memories that connected generations. Long
Black History Month may be coming to a close — but the study of Black history should never end. This month has been nothing short of powerful. We’ve had the honor of visiting local libraries throughout our community, working alongside patrons eager to uncover lost names, forgotten records, and long-hidden family connections. Each workshop reminded
Researching your family history is about more than names and dates — it is about power, legacy, and protecting what belongs to your family. Across the country, families are using genealogical research and community action to protect ancestral land and preserve their heritage. Recently, residents of Sapelo Island’s historic Gullah Geechee community successfully voted to
From now through mid-August, we’ll be taking a summer pause to recharge and prepare for an exciting fall season of research, workshops, and discovery. But don’t worry — you can still connect with us in the meantime! We’ll be back this fall with new programs and deeper research to support your roots work. Until then
Pope Leo XIV’s heritage has reignited important conversations around identity, race, and the often-hidden narratives within American genealogy. Born Robert Prevost in Chicago, his family lineage traces back to the Creole community of New Orleans. Like many families seeking safety and opportunity in the North, his ancestors made the difficult decision to “pass” as white
This year’s MET Gala theme brought Black Dandyism to the forefront — a nod to elegance, defiance, and self-expression rooted in the Black diaspora. Inspired by Monica L. Miller’s brilliant book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity, the spotlight is finally turning toward a legacy that has always been
The renewed interest in blues music sparked by Ryan Coogler’s Sinners reminds us of the genre’s deep historical roots and global influence. Born from the lived experiences of African Americans in the Deep South, blues music became the foundation for countless musical genres — influencing legendary rock and roll bands like The Rolling Stones, Led
