New York Genealogy Links
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genealogist, New York, librarian, genealogy instructor, board member of the Germany Genealogy Group, creator of https://www.newyorkgenlinks.com
Reclaim the Records has launched a website which indexes genealogical data from New York State death records from 1880-2017.
This is the first time that any New York State death data from 1973-2017 has been available online.
To search using the website, go to: www.newyorkdeathindex.com
#genealogy
This is the first time that any New York State death data from 1973-2017 has been available online.
To search using the website, go to: www.newyorkdeathindex.com
#genealogy
The New York State Death Index (1880-2017) - a FREE database from Reclaim The Records
Search more than ten million historical records of people who died in New York State, from 1880 to 2017
www.newyorkdeathindex.com
December 6, 2025 at 2:16 AM
Reclaim the Records has launched a website which indexes genealogical data from New York State death records from 1880-2017.
This is the first time that any New York State death data from 1973-2017 has been available online.
To search using the website, go to: www.newyorkdeathindex.com
#genealogy
This is the first time that any New York State death data from 1973-2017 has been available online.
To search using the website, go to: www.newyorkdeathindex.com
#genealogy
I recently added 10 more links to the New York #Genealogy Links website.
I added more links to the city directories and historic maps categories. There are more than 1,440 free links on the website in 18 categories.
To see all the updates, go to: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
I added more links to the city directories and historic maps categories. There are more than 1,440 free links on the website in 18 categories.
To see all the updates, go to: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
November 26, 2025 at 9:20 PM
I recently added 10 more links to the New York #Genealogy Links website.
I added more links to the city directories and historic maps categories. There are more than 1,440 free links on the website in 18 categories.
To see all the updates, go to: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
I added more links to the city directories and historic maps categories. There are more than 1,440 free links on the website in 18 categories.
To see all the updates, go to: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
If you ever wanted to try a membership with the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society, now is the time.
Right now, through Nov. 30, 2025, you can get a one year individual membership for 50% off. This is a good deal.
To sign up, go to: www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/2025-nygb-ho...
Right now, through Nov. 30, 2025, you can get a one year individual membership for 50% off. This is a good deal.
To sign up, go to: www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/2025-nygb-ho...
2025 NYG&B Holiday Gifts | New York Genealogical & Biographical Society
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November 26, 2025 at 12:42 PM
If you ever wanted to try a membership with the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society, now is the time.
Right now, through Nov. 30, 2025, you can get a one year individual membership for 50% off. This is a good deal.
To sign up, go to: www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/2025-nygb-ho...
Right now, through Nov. 30, 2025, you can get a one year individual membership for 50% off. This is a good deal.
To sign up, go to: www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/2025-nygb-ho...
I recently posted the December Calendar of Events for the Genealogy Federation of Long Island.
Not all of the programs are in-person so please check out the topics on offer and maybe attend one of the programs.
To see the calendar, go to: gfli.net/events/
#genealogy
Not all of the programs are in-person so please check out the topics on offer and maybe attend one of the programs.
To see the calendar, go to: gfli.net/events/
#genealogy
Genealogy Federation of Long Island
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November 20, 2025 at 1:41 PM
I recently posted the December Calendar of Events for the Genealogy Federation of Long Island.
Not all of the programs are in-person so please check out the topics on offer and maybe attend one of the programs.
To see the calendar, go to: gfli.net/events/
#genealogy
Not all of the programs are in-person so please check out the topics on offer and maybe attend one of the programs.
To see the calendar, go to: gfli.net/events/
#genealogy
AmericanAncestors website has set up a page devoted to researching Revolutionary War ancestors.
It includes a free webinar, "Researching Colonial Ancestors" and free research guides are also available.
To learn more, go to: revolutionaryroots.americanancestors.org
#genealogy
It includes a free webinar, "Researching Colonial Ancestors" and free research guides are also available.
To learn more, go to: revolutionaryroots.americanancestors.org
#genealogy
November 17, 2025 at 1:44 AM
AmericanAncestors website has set up a page devoted to researching Revolutionary War ancestors.
It includes a free webinar, "Researching Colonial Ancestors" and free research guides are also available.
To learn more, go to: revolutionaryroots.americanancestors.org
#genealogy
It includes a free webinar, "Researching Colonial Ancestors" and free research guides are also available.
To learn more, go to: revolutionaryroots.americanancestors.org
#genealogy
Fold3 is offering free access to its World War I and World War II collections from now until Nov. 16 at 9:59 p.m. Eastern time.
Records include: Unit Histories, POW Records, Pension Files, Soldiers' Homes Records, and more.
To begin searching, go to: www.fold3.com/go/free-acce...
#genealogy
Records include: Unit Histories, POW Records, Pension Files, Soldiers' Homes Records, and more.
To begin searching, go to: www.fold3.com/go/free-acce...
#genealogy
free access
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November 10, 2025 at 2:13 AM
Fold3 is offering free access to its World War I and World War II collections from now until Nov. 16 at 9:59 p.m. Eastern time.
Records include: Unit Histories, POW Records, Pension Files, Soldiers' Homes Records, and more.
To begin searching, go to: www.fold3.com/go/free-acce...
#genealogy
Records include: Unit Histories, POW Records, Pension Files, Soldiers' Homes Records, and more.
To begin searching, go to: www.fold3.com/go/free-acce...
#genealogy
From now through November 13 at 4:59 p.m. Eastern time, Findmypast is offering free access to its extensive collection of military records.
This limited-time event is your chance to bring your ancestors’ wartime experiences to life.
Start searching at: www.findmypast.com/remembrance
#genealogy
This limited-time event is your chance to bring your ancestors’ wartime experiences to life.
Start searching at: www.findmypast.com/remembrance
#genealogy
Veterans Day war heroes | Veterans Day free access
This Veterans Day, honour the young men who never made it home from the First World War. Delve deep into free military records to uncover their stories and commemorate their sacrifices.
www.findmypast.com
November 8, 2025 at 2:40 AM
From now through November 13 at 4:59 p.m. Eastern time, Findmypast is offering free access to its extensive collection of military records.
This limited-time event is your chance to bring your ancestors’ wartime experiences to life.
Start searching at: www.findmypast.com/remembrance
#genealogy
This limited-time event is your chance to bring your ancestors’ wartime experiences to life.
Start searching at: www.findmypast.com/remembrance
#genealogy
Ancestry UK is offering free access to its global military records collections from today through Nov. 12, 20205.
You will need to sign up for a free Ancestry UK account in order to search and view the records.
To start searching, go to: www.ancestry.co.uk/c/remembranc...
#genealogy
You will need to sign up for a free Ancestry UK account in order to search and view the records.
To start searching, go to: www.ancestry.co.uk/c/remembranc...
#genealogy
November 7, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Ancestry UK is offering free access to its global military records collections from today through Nov. 12, 20205.
You will need to sign up for a free Ancestry UK account in order to search and view the records.
To start searching, go to: www.ancestry.co.uk/c/remembranc...
#genealogy
You will need to sign up for a free Ancestry UK account in order to search and view the records.
To start searching, go to: www.ancestry.co.uk/c/remembranc...
#genealogy
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Can't get to the city? That shouldn't slow down your #genealogy research. Find out how to download NYC vital records for your #familytree from home.
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These High-Resolution Vital Records Are Free!
The New York City Municipal Archives website grants you free access to millions of birth, marriage, and death certificates to add to your family tree.
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November 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Can't get to the city? That shouldn't slow down your #genealogy research. Find out how to download NYC vital records for your #familytree from home.
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Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx will have a World War I Veterans Walking Tour on Saturday, Nov. 9.
Woodlawn is the final resting place of veterans and dependents of every conflict stretching back to the American Revolution.
To register, go to: woodlawnconservancy.givecloud.co/product/WW1V...
Woodlawn is the final resting place of veterans and dependents of every conflict stretching back to the American Revolution.
To register, go to: woodlawnconservancy.givecloud.co/product/WW1V...
November 9, 2025 Veterans of World War 1 Walking Tour
World War I Veterans of Woodlawn
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November 6, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx will have a World War I Veterans Walking Tour on Saturday, Nov. 9.
Woodlawn is the final resting place of veterans and dependents of every conflict stretching back to the American Revolution.
To register, go to: woodlawnconservancy.givecloud.co/product/WW1V...
Woodlawn is the final resting place of veterans and dependents of every conflict stretching back to the American Revolution.
To register, go to: woodlawnconservancy.givecloud.co/product/WW1V...
The Jewish #Genealogy Society of Long Island (JGSLI) will present a virtual "Jewish Genealogy 101" workshop on Sunday, Dec. 7.
The registration fee includes a one-year membership in JGSLI and a digital copy of the workshop manual.
For registration information, go to: jgsli.org/jgsli-worksh...
The registration fee includes a one-year membership in JGSLI and a digital copy of the workshop manual.
For registration information, go to: jgsli.org/jgsli-worksh...
November 6, 2025 at 4:24 PM
The Jewish #Genealogy Society of Long Island (JGSLI) will present a virtual "Jewish Genealogy 101" workshop on Sunday, Dec. 7.
The registration fee includes a one-year membership in JGSLI and a digital copy of the workshop manual.
For registration information, go to: jgsli.org/jgsli-worksh...
The registration fee includes a one-year membership in JGSLI and a digital copy of the workshop manual.
For registration information, go to: jgsli.org/jgsli-worksh...
I added 15 more links this month to my free website, New York Genealogy Links.
This month, the links were added to church records, military records and newspapers and obituaries.
To see the specific links added, please go to the website at:
www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
#genealogy
This month, the links were added to church records, military records and newspapers and obituaries.
To see the specific links added, please go to the website at:
www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
#genealogy
October 31, 2025 at 2:14 PM
I added 15 more links this month to my free website, New York Genealogy Links.
This month, the links were added to church records, military records and newspapers and obituaries.
To see the specific links added, please go to the website at:
www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
#genealogy
This month, the links were added to church records, military records and newspapers and obituaries.
To see the specific links added, please go to the website at:
www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
#genealogy
I have just posted a listing of upcoming programs for New York #genealogy societies for November.
Not all of these meetings are in person, so be sure to check out the topics that the various genealogy societies have to offer!
To read my blog post, go to: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/2025/10/29/n...
Not all of these meetings are in person, so be sure to check out the topics that the various genealogy societies have to offer!
To read my blog post, go to: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/2025/10/29/n...
October 30, 2025 at 8:35 PM
I have just posted a listing of upcoming programs for New York #genealogy societies for November.
Not all of these meetings are in person, so be sure to check out the topics that the various genealogy societies have to offer!
To read my blog post, go to: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/2025/10/29/n...
Not all of these meetings are in person, so be sure to check out the topics that the various genealogy societies have to offer!
To read my blog post, go to: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/2025/10/29/n...
MyHeritage is offering free access to its more than 1.5 billion death, burial, cemetery, and obituary records from now until November 2.
Since last Halloween, 18 collections in this category have been added or updated.
To start searching, go to: www.myheritage.com/research/cat...
#genealogy
Since last Halloween, 18 collections in this category have been added or updated.
To start searching, go to: www.myheritage.com/research/cat...
#genealogy
October 30, 2025 at 12:04 PM
MyHeritage is offering free access to its more than 1.5 billion death, burial, cemetery, and obituary records from now until November 2.
Since last Halloween, 18 collections in this category have been added or updated.
To start searching, go to: www.myheritage.com/research/cat...
#genealogy
Since last Halloween, 18 collections in this category have been added or updated.
To start searching, go to: www.myheritage.com/research/cat...
#genealogy
The Northern New York American-Canadian Genealogical Society will host its Fall Conference this Saturday, Oct. 25, beginning at 10 a.m.
There will be several presentations as well as a tour of the Dannemora Musuem.
For details, go to my blog posting at: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/2025/10/17/n...
There will be several presentations as well as a tour of the Dannemora Musuem.
For details, go to my blog posting at: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/2025/10/17/n...
October 23, 2025 at 8:51 PM
The Northern New York American-Canadian Genealogical Society will host its Fall Conference this Saturday, Oct. 25, beginning at 10 a.m.
There will be several presentations as well as a tour of the Dannemora Musuem.
For details, go to my blog posting at: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/2025/10/17/n...
There will be several presentations as well as a tour of the Dannemora Musuem.
For details, go to my blog posting at: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/2025/10/17/n...
There is a very informative short video on the Dear Myrtle YouTube channel about the MyHeritage.com annoucement about upgrading its consumer DNA tests to whole genome sequencing.
To watch the video, go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKaF...
#genealogy
To watch the video, go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKaF...
#genealogy
MINI-MYRT: MyHeritage & Whole Genome Sequencing
YouTube video by DearMYRTLE’s Archive
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October 16, 2025 at 12:32 AM
There is a very informative short video on the Dear Myrtle YouTube channel about the MyHeritage.com annoucement about upgrading its consumer DNA tests to whole genome sequencing.
To watch the video, go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKaF...
#genealogy
To watch the video, go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKaF...
#genealogy
The New York Genealogical and Biographical Society recently unveiled a free enhanced index to the New York, Land Records, 1639-1975 collection on FamilySearch.org
You don't need to be a member to use the index.
To start searching, go to:
www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/online-recor...
#genealogy
You don't need to be a member to use the index.
To start searching, go to:
www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/online-recor...
#genealogy
October 10, 2025 at 11:44 AM
The New York Genealogical and Biographical Society recently unveiled a free enhanced index to the New York, Land Records, 1639-1975 collection on FamilySearch.org
You don't need to be a member to use the index.
To start searching, go to:
www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/online-recor...
#genealogy
You don't need to be a member to use the index.
To start searching, go to:
www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/online-recor...
#genealogy
The Westchester County Historical Society has recently updated its Revolutionary War Solider Burial Index to include more names and details.
It can now be downloaded as a PDF with links to sources of additional information.
To search, go to: westchesterhistory.com/collections/...
#genealogy
It can now be downloaded as a PDF with links to sources of additional information.
To search, go to: westchesterhistory.com/collections/...
#genealogy
October 10, 2025 at 11:38 AM
The Westchester County Historical Society has recently updated its Revolutionary War Solider Burial Index to include more names and details.
It can now be downloaded as a PDF with links to sources of additional information.
To search, go to: westchesterhistory.com/collections/...
#genealogy
It can now be downloaded as a PDF with links to sources of additional information.
To search, go to: westchesterhistory.com/collections/...
#genealogy
I recently added 10 more links to the New York #Genealogy Links website in the categories of military burials and vital records.
The website has 1,420 links to free New York genealogy websites.
To see all the updates to the website, check out my Updates page at: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
The website has 1,420 links to free New York genealogy websites.
To see all the updates to the website, check out my Updates page at: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
October 9, 2025 at 8:36 PM
I recently added 10 more links to the New York #Genealogy Links website in the categories of military burials and vital records.
The website has 1,420 links to free New York genealogy websites.
To see all the updates to the website, check out my Updates page at: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
The website has 1,420 links to free New York genealogy websites.
To see all the updates to the website, check out my Updates page at: www.newyorkgenlinks.com/updates/
The #Genealogy Federation of Long Island has recently posted its October monthly program calendar.
Many of the programs can be viewed virtually, so check out the variety of topics being offered by the groups.
To see the upcoming events, go to: gfli.net and click on the monthly calendar tab.
Many of the programs can be viewed virtually, so check out the variety of topics being offered by the groups.
To see the upcoming events, go to: gfli.net and click on the monthly calendar tab.
October 2, 2025 at 12:05 AM
The #Genealogy Federation of Long Island has recently posted its October monthly program calendar.
Many of the programs can be viewed virtually, so check out the variety of topics being offered by the groups.
To see the upcoming events, go to: gfli.net and click on the monthly calendar tab.
Many of the programs can be viewed virtually, so check out the variety of topics being offered by the groups.
To see the upcoming events, go to: gfli.net and click on the monthly calendar tab.
Fold3.com recently announced that the War of 1812 Pension Files now include surnames beginning with U and V.
These pensions were granted to the veteran, his widow or his heirs. The indexing is now 88% complete.
This is a free database. To search, go to: f3.social/6xyt
#genealogy
These pensions were granted to the veteran, his widow or his heirs. The indexing is now 88% complete.
This is a free database. To search, go to: f3.social/6xyt
#genealogy
October 2, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Fold3.com recently announced that the War of 1812 Pension Files now include surnames beginning with U and V.
These pensions were granted to the veteran, his widow or his heirs. The indexing is now 88% complete.
This is a free database. To search, go to: f3.social/6xyt
#genealogy
These pensions were granted to the veteran, his widow or his heirs. The indexing is now 88% complete.
This is a free database. To search, go to: f3.social/6xyt
#genealogy
The Orange County Genealogical Society, located in Goshen, NY, will have an Open House on Saturday, Oct. 4, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Come learn what materials are available at the society. Volunteers will be on hand to help with research and free information packets will be distributed.
#genealogy
Come learn what materials are available at the society. Volunteers will be on hand to help with research and free information packets will be distributed.
#genealogy
October 2, 2025 at 12:00 AM
The Orange County Genealogical Society, located in Goshen, NY, will have an Open House on Saturday, Oct. 4, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Come learn what materials are available at the society. Volunteers will be on hand to help with research and free information packets will be distributed.
#genealogy
Come learn what materials are available at the society. Volunteers will be on hand to help with research and free information packets will be distributed.
#genealogy
To celebrate Unity Day in Germany, MyHeritage.com is offering free access to all German historical records from October 2–6, 2025.
MyHeritage hosts 283 million records in 77 German collections, including vital and church records.
To search, go to: www.myheritage.com/research/cat...
#genealogy
MyHeritage hosts 283 million records in 77 German collections, including vital and church records.
To search, go to: www.myheritage.com/research/cat...
#genealogy
October 1, 2025 at 10:58 PM
To celebrate Unity Day in Germany, MyHeritage.com is offering free access to all German historical records from October 2–6, 2025.
MyHeritage hosts 283 million records in 77 German collections, including vital and church records.
To search, go to: www.myheritage.com/research/cat...
#genealogy
MyHeritage hosts 283 million records in 77 German collections, including vital and church records.
To search, go to: www.myheritage.com/research/cat...
#genealogy
The Friends of Concordia Cemetery, in Buffalo, will present "The World of Secret Societies at Concordia Cemetery" on Saturday, Sept. 20 at 10 a.m. at Concordia Cemetery.
Learn about the truths and myths behind these societies. To register, go to: www.concordiabuffalo.org/events-1
#genealogy
Learn about the truths and myths behind these societies. To register, go to: www.concordiabuffalo.org/events-1
#genealogy
September 17, 2025 at 5:48 PM
The Friends of Concordia Cemetery, in Buffalo, will present "The World of Secret Societies at Concordia Cemetery" on Saturday, Sept. 20 at 10 a.m. at Concordia Cemetery.
Learn about the truths and myths behind these societies. To register, go to: www.concordiabuffalo.org/events-1
#genealogy
Learn about the truths and myths behind these societies. To register, go to: www.concordiabuffalo.org/events-1
#genealogy
The Polish Genealogical Society of New York State will be holding a genealogy fair this Saturday, Sept. 13 in Elma, NY.
There will be representatives from several #genealogy societies in the area ready to help you get started with your family tree or help with those brick walls.
There will be representatives from several #genealogy societies in the area ready to help you get started with your family tree or help with those brick walls.
September 11, 2025 at 12:31 PM
The Polish Genealogical Society of New York State will be holding a genealogy fair this Saturday, Sept. 13 in Elma, NY.
There will be representatives from several #genealogy societies in the area ready to help you get started with your family tree or help with those brick walls.
There will be representatives from several #genealogy societies in the area ready to help you get started with your family tree or help with those brick walls.