Genealogy Resources
Genealogists’ Resource and Guide Books
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by the MHS Staff
Paperback
This book is a tool for all genealogists, beginning and experienced, who are researching family, local, or state history. The Minnesota Historical Society (MHS) has one of the richest collections in the nation, but such vast resources can be overwhelming. Compiled by the experienced MHS staff, this book is a great guide ... ... more
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by Linda Blinn
Paperback
Making Family Journals is a comprehensive and inspirational collection of how-to projects and activities, from handmade family trees to photo scrapbooks, to travel journals, family recipe books, and dream journals. The book is geared toward creating projects that the entire family can enjoy and participate in, from making actual mini books to keeping ... ... more
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by Stew Thornley
Paperback
In the introduction, Thornley writes, “Cemetery surfing has become an increasingly popular hobby... . People making treks include genealogists tracing their roots, artists and writers admiring the monuments and epitaphs, travelers looking to get off the beaten path... . Visitors respond in different ways to what they encounter, taking pictures, making rubbings, ... ... more
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June Drenning Holmquist; ed.
Paperback
Why did emigrants leave their homelands and move to Minnesota? Where in the state did they settle? What did they do, and how did they organize? How did they maintain their ethnicity? These are just a few of many deep questions addressed in this massive document making the subtitle, "A Survey of ... ... more
Genealogy-related Books based on Specific Locations or Families
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by Maxine Shulstad
Paperback
This wonderful new book is more than a family history. It traces 200 years of Maxine's ancestor's lives, loves, trials and victories. Contains family photos and other treasures, including Sigrid's trunk. ... more