Are you just getting started in genealogy? Imagine finding a source that would help you trace your family over time, find the names of their siblings, and much more. Uncle Sam & U.S. Census Discover how the U.S. Census can help your family history research in our upcoming 2-hour class. The class will explain what […]
If your family descends from French-Canadians and you’ve been struggling to locate records, you’re in luck! On May 7, the Godfrey Genealogy Club will welcome Maryanne LeGrow, president of the French-Canadian Genealogical Society of Connecticut. Maryanne will discuss the types of records available for French-Canadian research; how they differ from American records; what challenges you […]
We all loving hear the words “free genealogy resources!” Did you know Connecticut residents have free access to a number of genealogy databases through the database ResearchIT CT (formerly IConn)? These include newspaper databases, genealogy specific websites, and more. To begin, go to www.researchitct.org For genealogy specific databases, click on “Genealogy” on the left side […]
Separated from Middletown in 1866, Middlefield is celebrating its 150th this year by acknowledging its history! Did you have Middlefield, CT heritage? Godfrey Library can be a great place to start… We have a number of books about Middlefield’s past, including cemetery inscriptions, collections of historic photos and more. Middlefield’s cemeteries have […]
Do you know if your ancestor was accused of witchcraft? It didn’t just happen in Salem – but throughout all of New England. Godfrey resources can help you find if your ancestors were ever called “witches.” Want to know why they were called witches? Join us on April 2 for board member Cathi Maxim’s Genealogy […]
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