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African American Genealogy Research Guide
Locate essential resources for researching your ancestors
Free Video: Finding Enslaved African American Ancestors in New England
Recorded February 1, 2024
Free Video: Researching Black Patriots and Loyalists During the Revolutionary Era
Recorded July 6, 2023
Important New Resource—Plymouth County, Massachusetts Freeperson Families in 1790
An important new source for researching persons of color in Massachusetts
By Mary Blauss Edwards
Mary Blauss Edwards has researched every person of color who was listed as a head of household in Plymouth County in the 1790 Census—the first Federal Census of the new United States.
The Root.com Genealogy Advice
Our researchers tackle tough questions about African American genealogy in conjunction with The Root.com.
Family History Charts & Templates
Download family charts and other resources for organizing your research.