 A new era in genetic genealogy: MyHeritage introduces Whole Genome Sequencing for its DNA test kits I’m thrilled to share some major news from MyHeritage: as of today, MyHeritage is the first major consumer DNA company to adopt whole genome sequencing (WGS) for its DNA test kits. In partnership with Ultima Genomics and processed at the Gene by Gene lab, this transition marks a turning point in how consumer DNA testing is done — with far richer data and greater potential for discovery. What Is Whole Genome Sequencing, and Why It MattersTraditional consumer DNA tests (including MyHeritage until now) use genotyping arrays that read about 700,000 selected positions (single-nucleotide polymorphisms, SNPs) in your genome. In contrast, WGS reads almost the entire human genetic code — roughly 3 billion base pairs (nucleotides). In short: much more data. Here’s why that matters:
MyHeritage confirms that kits already processed via the older genotyping method will not be reprocessed by WGS. Only new kits (or ones currently in the lab pipeline) will use the new approach. Customers whose kits are WGS-based will receive the full genome download automatically. Importantly, MyHeritage emphasizes that it will not license or sell customer data to third parties — privacy and data protection remain core commitments. What to Expect — Practical Tips & PerspectiveAs genealogists, this development is exciting but also calls for careful expectations and informed use. Here are a few thoughts and tips:
Why This Is a Milestone for Genetic GenealogyFrom a genealogical perspective, breaking the barrier of genotyping into full-genome territory is a major turning point. Over the years, we’ve been limited by how many SNPs a chip can assay; we’ve faced missing segments, “no-call” zones, unclear matches. WGS offers the possibility to detect smaller shared segments, rare variants, and genealogical clues previously inaccessible. Also, having access to full-genome downloads totally empowers serious users and researchers to layer in their own analyses, cross-compare results, or use emerging tools as they come online. It also encourages the DNA testing industry to raise the bar for accuracy, transparency, and data quality. This is why I believe today’s announcement is more than a marketing move — it marks a shift in expectations for how consumer DNA can support meticulous genealogy. What You Can Do Right Now
I’ll be watching closely as users unpack how WGS changes what we can do in genetic genealogy. Stay tuned — more insights will emerge as this unfolds! More Genetic Genealogy/DNA ResourcesFind more DNA genealogy resources, tips, news, and updates under the Genetic Genealogy and DNA Category. More MyHeritage and Other Genealogy ResourcesLearn about more MyHeritage Features and tools, along with other family history and genealogy resources under the MyHeritage and Genealogy Resources categories of the blog and on my dedicated Genealogy Resources page.
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 AncestryDNA’s 2025 ethnicity update introduced over 3,600 global regions—see how my results changed! Ancestry has just rolled out its biggest ethnicity update ever—and like many other users, I was eager (and a little nervous!) to see how my results would change this time around. Their last major update was in July 2024, and I received my newly updated AncestryDNA Origins (Ancestral Regions) results on October 9, 2025. Let’s just say—Ancestry definitely shook things up! My 2025 AncestryDNA ResultsHere’s a look at my brand-new 2025 results, which now include 11 ancestral regions:  My Ancestry 2025 DNA Origins Update, 1  My Ancestry 2025 DNA Origins Update, 1-2 You’ll notice that my English regions are now far more specific, broken into multiple new areas, while my Celtic and Gaelic regions—especially Scotland and Ireland—grew significantly. Comparing 2024 vs. 2025: What Changed?Ancestry’s new update completely reshuffled several of my regions. Here’s a quick comparison:  My Ancestry Ethnicity Update 2024-2025 Comparison Chart This year’s update replaced many of the broad continental or country-level regions with more precise subregions. For example, “England & Northwestern Europe” was broken down into Southeastern England, Northern Wales & North West England, East Midlands, North East England, and West Midlands. Similarly, “Germanic Europe” was divided into more refined zones like Southern Germanic Europe. My Reactions: Interesting, but a Little OffWhile I always appreciate the increasing detail in these updates, I have to admit—some of my new results made me pause. The surge in Scottish and Irish percentages felt a bit overestimated, especially since my paternal side has no known Scottish or Irish ancestry. My paternal great-grandparents were from Mexico and Germany (both families rooted there for many generations), and my other paternal great-grandparent line descends primarily from Germany and England. Although, who's to say where they were thousands of years ago, right? There is Irish and Scottish ancestry on my mother’s side, but this new update seems to have assigned some of it to my father’s line as well—where it doesn’t belong. Still, it’s a good reminder that DNA ethnicity estimates are just that--estimates. They’re based on evolving databases, shifting scientific models, and complex patterns of shared DNA that can cross regional borders. What’s New in the 2025 UpdateAccording to Ancestry, this update is “the most exciting and detailed one yet,” introducing over 3,600 global regions (up from about 2,200 last year) and powered by an expanded reference panel of more than 185,000 DNA samples. A few highlights of the science behind this update:
What This Means for GenealogistsFor genealogists and family historians, these updates can be both exciting and confusing. The increased detail can help narrow down migration patterns and regional origins, but it can also raise new questions—especially when percentages shift dramatically. When you see unexpected results:
Tracing My AncestryDNA Updates Through the YearsIt’s always fascinating to look back and see how much AncestryDNA’s ethnicity estimates have evolved over time. From the early, broad regional groupings to today’s ultra-detailed breakdowns, these updates tell as much about the advancement of DNA science as they do about our ancestral origins. 2014 to Summer 2018: The Early Years (Few Changes) From 2014 through mid-2018, my ethnicity results remained nearly identical. Ancestry made only one small adjustment in 2018, changing Italy/Greece to the broader region of Europe South. Other than that, there were no real differences for several years—until the first major overhaul later that same year. *Click to view
September 2018 to 2025: Major Updates and Refinements Ancestry rolled out its first significant ethnicity update in late 2018, which completely reshaped many users’ results—including mine. From that point forward, Ancestry continued refining and expanding its reference panels almost every year, introducing more precise regions and new tools along the way. Each update has reflected both technological advances and a growing database of DNA samples—culminating in the biggest update ever in October 2025. *Click to view
Final ThoughtsI love seeing how Ancestry’s science continues to evolve, and I’m always fascinated by how my results shift with each major update. Even though some of this year’s changes don’t quite align with my documented family lines, I’ll be exploring them further—particularly the English subregions, which now offer much more specificity. As always, I recommend saving your screenshots from each version of your ethnicity results, so you can track how your ancestry story evolves over time. More about DNA "Ethnicity resultsTo learn more about DNA "ethnicity" results, check out my post: Genealogy DNA Testing: Understanding Your Real DNA Ethnicity Results. More Genetic Genealogy/DNA ResourcesFind more DNA genealogy resources, tips, news, and updates under the Genetic Genealogy and DNA Category. More Ancestry and Genealogy ResourcesLearn about more Ancestry updates, tips, tools, and features and other family history and genealogy resources under the Ancestry.com and the Genealogy Resources categories of my blog and on my dedicated Genealogy Resources page.
 23andMe’s 2025 ethnicity update (v7.0) introduced my new DNA results with more detailed ancestry breakdowns 23andMe just released their biggest ethnicity update since 2022, rolling out Ancestry Composition v7.0 this September. I received my updated results on September 14, 2025, and as always, it’s interesting to see what has shifted, what’s stayed the same, and what new insights have been added. In this post, I’ll share:
What’s New in Ancestry Composition v7.0 23andMe made several major improvements with this update:
My New 2025 Updated 23andMe Ancestry CompositionHere are my new updated Ancestry Composition results:  My 2025 results (v7.0): new detail with English, Scottish, Welsh, Swiss, Danish, and more, Page 1  My 2025 results (v7.0): new detail with English, Scottish, Welsh, Swiss, Danish, and more, Page 2  My 2025 results (v7.0): new detail with English, Scottish, Welsh, Swiss, Danish, and more, Page 3 My Updated Ethnicity Breakdown (2025 vs. 2022) Here’s how my results changed between v6.0 (2022) and v7.0 (2025):  Comparison of my 2022 and 2025 results highlights the added detail in v7.0, Page 1  Comparison of my 2022 and 2025 results highlights the added detail in v7.0, Page 2  Comparison of my 2022 and 2025 results highlights the added detail in v7.0, Page 3 What stands out the most to me is the much finer detail in my British & Irish and Western European ancestry, where before it was a single broad category. Now, 23andMe has teased out English, Scottish, Welsh, and Irish separately—something that wasn’t possible before. A New Assignment: Additional Ancestry Region Another exciting update is that I was placed in a new Additional Ancestry Region called: European Diaspora → Mountaineer Country Early British/Irish Americans  New assignment: European Diaspora → Mountaineer Country Early British/Irish Americans According to 23andMe, these regions reflect mixed ancestry or more recent migration patterns. In my case, this reflects the historical settlement of British and Irish immigrants in early America, particularly in the Appalachian and surrounding regions. It’s really interesting to see my DNA aligning with known migration stories that also appear in my family history research. Final ThoughtsThis update shows just how much DNA technology has improved in just a few years. Where I once had broad categories like “French & German” or “Scandinavian,” I now have much more precise detail—like Swiss, Austrian, Danish, and even Andalusian. For genealogists and family historians, updates like this aren’t just fun—they provide clues that can guide research into more specific regions and historical migrations. To learn more about DNA "ethnicity" results, check out my post: Genealogy DNA Testing: Understanding Your Real DNA Ethnicity Results. 👉 Have you received your updated 23andMe results yet? What surprised you the most about your changes? Didn't test at 23andMe? Did you know that it's better to fish in all the ponds to get a more accurate look at your results, let alone more matches? More Genetic Genealogy/DNA ResourcesFind more DNA genealogy resources, tips, news, and updates under the Genetic Genealogy and DNA Category. More Genealogy ResourcesLearn about more family history and genealogy resources under the Genealogy Resources category and on my dedicated Genealogy Resources page.
9/28/2025 Timeline Storytelling for Genealogy: Three Ways ChatGPT-5 Structures an Ancestor’s LifeRead Now ChatGPT-5 creates a variety of flawless timelines to structure ancestral lives When writing family history, a plain list of dates can feel boring—but a fully written biography can sometimes totally overwhelm those reading who just want the key events. The perfect balance usually lies somewhere in between. For my research on Samuel Steinman (1855–1925), my official AI tester ancestor, I tested how ChatGPT-5 could reshape the same life story into three timeline-based formats:
1) Side-by-Side Timeline + Narrative Hybrid What it is: A clean two-column layout where the left column lists the dates and places, while the right column contains a short narrative for each event. Those reading can scan dates at a glance or read the story in order. Why I use it:
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2) Timeline + Narrative Hybrid with Historical Side NotesWhat it is: Same date-and-narrative format as above, but with an added short historical blurb next to certain entries—just enough to help those reading understand what was happening in the wider world. Example: (Date/Narrative) 1860 – The Steinman family was living in Hancock County, Ohio, as farmers. (Historical Note) In 1860, Ohio farmers relied heavily on horse-drawn plows, and corn was the dominant crop in the region. Why I use it:
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3) Ready-to-Use Book Page Version of Hybrid TimelineWhat it is: A fully formatted page that’s print-ready for a family history book. This isn’t just about text—it’s about layout, pacing, and visual flow. GPT-5 produced a version with:
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What GPT-5 Did Better (vs. earlier ChatGPT) Older versions could produce timelines and narratives, but:
Yes--GPT-4 could produce timelines and add historical notes, but GPT-5 reduces the amount of post-editing, keeps formatting consistent across large sections, and improves the relevance of historical details. Practical Tips (if you want to replicate this)
More AI and Genealogy ResourcesLearn about more AI in Genealogy and other family history and genealogy resources under the AI in Genealogy and Genealogy Resources categories and on my dedicated Genealogy Resources page.
 MyHeritage expands Cousin Finder: Discover cousins for any ancestor in your tree, without a DNA test Earlier this year, I shared the exciting news about MyHeritage’s Cousin Finder™ in Discover Your Cousins Without a DNA Test: MyHeritage's New Cousin Finder Tool, a feature that helps you discover and connect with blood relatives—all without a DNA test. Since then, it has quickly become a favorite tool among genealogists for uncovering new family connections. And now, MyHeritage has announced an important update that makes Cousin Finder even more powerful! What’s New? With this new update, you’re no longer limited to running Cousin Finder for yourself. You can now explore cousin results for any individual in your family tree. That means you can:
Why This Matters This new functionality adds a fresh layer of depth to Cousin Finder. Instead of only seeing your own connections, you can now: ✔ Target specific ancestors or family lines when focusing your research. ✔ Complement DNA testing by identifying cousins who haven’t tested but share your ancestor. ✔ Simplify Smart Matches™ by filtering them into a clear list of true cousins. ✔ Strengthen collaboration by connecting with relatives who share your research interests. How to Access the Update The update is available now and is free to use. Just go to the profile page of any individual in your family tree and select Cousin Finder™. You’ll then see a list of their cousins, complete with relationship paths and options to connect. As always, contacting relatives requires a MyHeritage subscription, but viewing the cousin lists is free. Final Thoughts This update makes Cousin Finder an even more versatile genealogy tool. Whether you want to confirm a line of research, explore your spouse’s side of the family, or connect with cousins from a distant branch, you now have a focused way to do it. If you haven’t tried Cousin Finder yet, now is a perfect time to start. And if you’re already using it, this new feature will open even more doors for collaboration and discovery. Who knows which cousins—and stories—you’ll uncover next? More MyHeritage and Other Genealogy ResourcesLearn about more MyHeritage Features and tools, along with other family history and genealogy resources under the MyHeritage and Genealogy Resources categories of the blog and on my dedicated Genealogy Resources page.
 Ancestry’s AI Image Transcript tool now works with more record types, including certificates and newspapers. Back in March, I shared news about Ancestry’s new AI-powered Image Transcript tool, which was first introduced as a way to transcribe journals, diaries, and letters uploaded to your family tree. At that time, its focus was primarily on family-uploaded narrative documents. But recently, I noticed something exciting: the tool now seems to handle more document types than it did at launch. While still in BETA, this update shows that Ancestry is actively working to improve and expand the capabilities of the feature. What’s New? Expanded Document Types Over the past week, I tested the tool with several different records—well beyond diaries and letters—and here’s what I found:
 Ancestry AI Image Transcript Update- Example 1, Death Certificate
 Ancestry AI Image Transcript Update- Example 2, Newspaper Article
 Ancestry AI Image Transcript Update- Example 3, Probate Record
 Ancestry AI Image Transcript Update- Example 4, BIble Page How Well Does It Work? The results were decent, especially considering the wide variety of documents I tried. That said, as we all know, AI is not perfect yet, and Ancestry’s version is no exception. There were plenty of mistakes—especially with older handwriting and dense formatting. Still, I was impressed by how far the tool has already come since its initial rollout. Why This Matters This expansion is exciting because it hints at where Ancestry is headed. The more document types the Image Transcript tool can handle, the more useful it will become for genealogists working with everything from family letters to official certificates and records. Even if the tool doesn’t yet provide perfect accuracy, it can serve as a time-saving first draft, helping us decipher difficult handwriting or lengthy documents. Final Thoughts Ancestry’s AI Image Transcript tool is clearly evolving. What started as a way to transcribe family-uploaded journals and letters now appears to cover a broader range of documents—including certificates, newspaper clippings, and probate records. While it’s still in BETA and prone to errors, the progress in just a short amount of time is encouraging. If you haven’t tried this tool in a while, it may be worth giving it another test—you might be surprised at what it can handle now. Have you experimented with different types of documents in the Image Transcript tool? Share your results in the comments—I’d love to hear what you’ve discovered! More Ancestry and Genealogy ResourcesLearn about more Ancestry updates, tips, tools, and features and other family history and genealogy resources under the Ancestry.com and the Genealogy Resources categories of my blog and on my dedicated Genealogy Resources page. More AI Tips, Tools, and FeaturesLearn about more AI in Genealogy tips, tools, features, and resources under the AI in Genealogy category.
 Exploring one ancestor’s story in three formats with ChatGPT-5 Genealogists often struggle with the challenge of presenting the same research in different formats. Sometimes you need a deeply researched, fully sectioned biography for a family history book; other times you need a flowing, narrative chapter that reads like a story; and sometimes you just need a short “ancestor snapshot” for quick reference. For my research on Samuel Steinman, my official AI tester ancestor, I decided to test ChatGPT-5 by giving it the same set of research facts — and asking for three different biographies:
Here’s how each turned out — and what I learned about GPT-5’s capabilities. 1. Detailed, Sectioned Biography with Historical ContextThe first format was a full, sectioned biography — the kind you might see in a formal research report or a comprehensive family history. This biography included:
Why it works: This approach ensures no detail is lost. It’s perfect for record-keeping, reports for clients, or the main biographical section in a printed family history. What GPT-5 added: Older versions could list facts well, but GPT-5 integrated them smoothly with historical notes, avoided repetition, and kept each section consistent in tone. It felt “polished” without heavy post-editing.
2. Narrative-Style Biography for Family History Books Next, I asked GPT-5 to take the same facts but weave them into a flowing narrative — the kind of biography that feels like you’re reading a chapter from a historical novel, even though it’s entirely factual. Example excerpt: “By the spring of 1910, Samuel had left Albany temporarily for work in El Dorado, Kansas. The Nicodemus Market kept him busy, with farmers coming in before dawn, boots muddy from the fields. But his thoughts drifted home, to Hattie and the children, and the lilac bush blooming by their gate.” Why it works: This format pulls readers in emotionally, helping them picture the ancestor as a living, breathing person. It’s ideal for family history books, presentations, or blogs where engagement matters as much as detail. What GPT-5 added: While GPT-4 could create narratives, GPT-5 stayed more historically grounded and avoided introducing anachronistic or overly modern phrases. The flow felt natural and era-appropriate without sacrificing accuracy.
3. Condensed Ancestor Snapshot for Quick Reference Finally, I asked GPT-5 to condense the same material into a brief ancestor profile — just enough for a caption next to a photo or a family tree entry. Example: Samuel Steinman (1852–1925) – Born in Hancock County, Ohio, Samuel worked as a butcher in Missouri for decades. Married to Hattie, he raised four children, was active in his community, and was known for his strong work ethic. He died in Albany, Missouri, in 1925. Why it works: These quick-reference summaries are perfect for timelines, photo albums, online family trees, and social media posts. What GPT-5 added: The ability to distill decades of life into a few sentences without losing the core identity of the person. Older versions could do this, but GPT-5 does it with more precise word choice and without cutting out essential facts.
Key Takeaways for Genealogists
This exercise proved that GPT-5 isn’t just about answering questions — it can reshape the same research into exactly the format you need, making it a powerful tool for professional and personal genealogy projects. More AI and Genealogy ResourcesLearn about more AI in Genealogy and other family history and genealogy resources under the AI in Genealogy and Genealogy Resources categories and on my dedicated Genealogy Resources page.
 First look at ChatGPT-5 — faster, more accurate, and ready to assist with genealogy research OpenAI has just released ChatGPT-5, the newest version of its popular AI tool — and it’s already showing promise for research, writing, and organization. I recently tested it out on a client genealogy report, and the results were impressive: clear, accurate, and written in a style that felt like my own. I’ll be doing more in-depth testing soon, but here’s an early overview of what’s changed and what it could mean for genealogy and family history work. What’s New
How This Can Help Genealogists Previous versions of ChatGPT could already help with drafting, summarizing, and organizing — but ChatGPT-5 tends to do these tasks with more accuracy, better flow, and less editing afterward. For genealogists, that means:
Next Up: The Real Genealogy Test In the coming weeks, I’ll put ChatGPT-5 through a full genealogy-focused trial — everything from interpreting records to building clear timelines for complex family trees. I’ll share examples, strengths, and limitations so you can decide if it’s worth adding to your own research toolkit. For now, my first impression is that ChatGPT-5 feels like a more reliable and efficient partner — one that could help free up more of our time for the hands-on, human side of genealogy. Just keep in mind that as AI progresses, so must you. Thus, the way you interact with ChatGPT must evolve as well for you to be able to see and reap the benefits. If you'd like to learn more about the usage limits and the model deprecations and what it will mean for you, learn more at: GPT-5 in ChatGPT More AI and Genealogy ResourcesLearn about more AI in Genealogy and other family history and genealogy resources under the AI in Genealogy and Genealogy Resources categories and on my dedicated Genealogy Resources page.
 Upgrading your system? Make space for Windows 11 and your family history For many of us in the genealogy community, our computers are our lifelines—our virtual libraries, archives, and research labs. But if you’re still running Windows 10, there’s an urgent deadline looming that could affect your access to security updates and compatibility with new genealogy software: Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. As a genealogist who just spent days cleaning and clearing my C: Drive, let me share what I learned from this digital deep-clean, and how you can avoid tech headaches while preserving your research and preparing your system for the transition. ⚠️ Why This Matters: The Windows 11 Upgrade Deadline Windows 10 will no longer receive updates after October 14, 2025, meaning your computer could become vulnerable to security threats—and some genealogy programs may eventually stop supporting it. Upgrading to Windows 11 isn’t just a click-and-go process. It requires a minimum of 64 GB free space on your C: Drive just to begin the upgrade, and ideally 20+ GB additional to temporarily store the old system files during the process. For genealogists, that’s a tall order—especially if you’ve been running Family Tree Maker or other data-heavy programs on your system drive for years. 💡 Lessons Learned from My Upgrade Prep Here are a few critical takeaways from my own prep process that I believe every genealogist should consider: 1. Don’t Store Research Files on Your C: Drive When I installed Family Tree Maker 2019 five years ago (waiting to upgrade to Windows 11 before I install my FTM 2024 I received a few months ago), it defaulted to the C: Drive on my then new computer. I hadn’t realized just how much space had accumulated--over 144 GB of media files, backups, and client folders. While this was fine back then, it became a major roadblock when preparing for the Windows 11 upgrade. System updates depend on having enough space on the system drive, and FTM data can quickly eat up that room. ✅ Genealogist Tip: If your computer has a data drive (D:), move your Family Tree Maker media and backup folders there and change the default path in FTM's settings. If you're using a laptop without a D: Drive, consider using a reliable external SSD as your default path. 2. Keep Multiple Backups—But Know Where They Live Before deleting anything, I backed up my Family Tree Maker folders and other important files in three different locations: an external SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD, a Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD, and a WD Elements Desktop External Hard Drive. I also use cloud storage selectively for vital documents. ✅ Genealogist Tip: Always back up in at least two or three places—especially before moving or deleting any genealogy files. Think of it as digital preservation insurance for your life's work. 3. Clean Your Computer Regularly Even after deleting huge folders like Pictures, Videos, and Music, I noticed my C: Drive space mysteriously disappearing over time. Turns out, many apps and background processes slowly creep back in. ✅ Genealogist Tip: Schedule routine digital cleanups every few months. Uninstall unused apps, clear browser caches, and move or delete non-essential files. Use tools like Disk Cleanup or Storage Sense in Windows to automate some of this process. 🛠️ How to Move Family Tree Maker Files to Another Drive For those using Family Tree Maker, here’s a simplified step-by-step guide to changing the file path:
💻 What to Do If Your Computer Can’t Run Windows 11 If your device doesn’t meet the Windows 11 Upgrade hardware requirements (such as TPM 2.0 or processor compatibility), you have a few options:
🧬 Why This Matters for Genealogists We spend countless hours building, sourcing, and preserving our family trees. Losing access to updates, programs, or data because of a full C: Drive or outdated operating system could stall—or worse, derail—our work. By keeping our systems clean, our files organized, and our programs properly configured, we’re not just managing technology—we’re preserving history. Final Thoughts Cleaning up my computer was exhausting, but it was a wake-up call. Whether you’re preparing for the Windows 11 upgrade or simply trying to keep your system running smoothly, make this a regular part of your genealogical routine. It’s not just good computer hygiene—it’s good family history preservation. ✅ Quick Checklist for Genealogists
If you’ve recently gone through a digital cleanup, I’d love to hear about it. Share your experience in the comments below—or better yet, let us know your best tip for keeping your genealogy work organized and safe! More Genealogy Software and OrganizationLearn about more family history and genealogy software and organization under the Genealogy Software and Organization categories and on my dedicated Genealogy Resources page.
 Top 5 Libraries for Genealogy Research: Essential Resources to Unlock Your Family History When diving into genealogy, libraries are invaluable resources, offering access to unique collections, databases, and expert assistance. Here are some of the best libraries for genealogy research, each with its own special strengths that can help you uncover your family's history. 1. FamilySearch Library (Salt Lake City, Utah)The FamilySearch Library, formerly known as the Family History Library, operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is the largest genealogical library in the world. It offers:
 FamilySearch Library (Family History Library) for Best Family History and Genealogy Research 2. Library of Congress (Washington, D.C.) The Library of Congress (LOC) holds a treasure trove of genealogical resources. This library offers:
 Library of Congress for Best Family History and Genealogy Research 3. Allen County Public Library Genealogy Center (Fort Wayne, Indiana) The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) is renowned for its comprehensive genealogy collection, including:
 Allen County Public Library Genealogy Center for Best Family History and Genealogy Research 4. New York Public Library (New York, New York) The New York Public Library (NYPL) boasts an impressive array of genealogical resources, especially for those with New York ancestry. Key features include:
 New York Public Library for Best Family History and Genealogy Research 5. Midwest Genealogy Center (Independence, Missouri) Part of the Mid-Continent Public Library system, the Midwest Genealogy Center (MGC) is one of the largest public genealogy libraries in the U.S. It offers:
 Midwest Genealogy Center at the Mid-Continent Public Library for Best Family History and Genealogy Research Tips for Making the Most of Library Resources
More Genealogical Societies & LibrariesLearn about more genealogical libraries (and Societies) in this ultimate guide: Genealogy Resources: Genealogical Societies, Historical Societies, and Libraries for Genealogical Research More Top GenealogyMore Genealogy ResourcesLearn about more family history and genealogy resources under the Genealogy Resources category and on my dedicated Genealogy Resources page.
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