Free Resources for Genealogy Researchers
General Resources
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These records document the transfer of public lands from the U.S. government to private ownership.
Researchers can find information about immigrants from the late 1700s through the early 2000s.
Use this link to find information about declaration of intention and naturalization indexes for U.S. immigrants.
The National Archives has the census schedules on microfilm available from 1790 to 1940, and most have now been digitized.
Learn how to request military service records and find out what military records are available online. Plus – check out a special collection of WWII photographs.
A selection of links to websites useful for ethnic genealogical research.
Create a free account to search billions of historical records. Run by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
This MyHeritage company offers free basic family-tree building services and a large social community of potential collaborators.
This database contains 65 million records covering passengers arriving at the Port of New York from 1820 to 1957.
Free resources 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.
Idaho Resources
Find online searchable indexes, digital access to historical newspapers, and more.
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.
All kinds of Idaho links, from finding in-state cemeteries and obituaries, to where to write for Idaho vital records. Check it out!