Could science finally confirm where Leonardo da Vinci is buried? An ambitious international project is using modern genetics to answer a centuries-old mystery. Researchers with the Leonardo da Vinci DNA Project have traced 15 living male-line descendants from Leonardo’s extended family. Six of them provided DNA samples, and early results show their Y-chromosomes align, proving […]
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Uncovering Free Black Ancestry in Greenwich, Connecticut
Family history research often leads us to stories we never expected to find. In Greenwich, Connecticut, amateur genealogist Dennis Richmond Jr. has done just that—uncovering a lineage of free Black ancestors stretching back to the 18th century. His work not only enriches his own family’s story but also reshapes how local history is understood. Richmond […]
Orange Mound Library’s Geneology Center Connects Memphis to Its Roots
A once-vacant high school building in Memphis has been transformed into a hub for historical discovery. In April 2024, the Orange Mound Library and Genealogy Center opened its doors inside the former Melrose High School, a place rich with community significance. Now, it’s helping residents reconnect with their family roots. After sitting empty for over […]
Preserving the Stories of America’s Heroes
In Corpus Christi, Texas, historian Martha De Simone is dedicated to preserving the stories of America’s heroes: veterans who’ve served the country in the United States military. Though she’s not a veteran herself, she feels a deep commitment to this project. Fellow historian Jean Graugnard shines the spotlight on her incredible efforts: Martha De Simone […]
Cloud County Genealogical Society Helps Concordians Preserve Family History
In Concordia, KS, the Cloud County Genealogical Society will host the “Family History Preservation” program on May 10, 2025 at the Cloud County Museum. The program hopes to encourage attendees to embark on their own family history preservation journeys. Jean Graugnard, avid Family Historian and Ancestry Researcher, shares details of the event: This Saturday, May […]