March 19, 2024
Old as Dirt: Four Dating Methods Used For Ancient DNA
Jim Brewster provides an overview of how dating methods work for ancient DNA samples, and what that information means for genetic genealogy.
March 14, 2024
Using Y-DNA to Discover the Scottish Connection Between Two Lineages
Susan Hedeen and Tim Duncan explain how Big Y-700 testing, a coordinated outreach effort, and several trips to Scotland helped them discover the origin of two Scottish lineages.
February 23, 2024
Tracing Enslaved Ancestors with African DNA
Darius Brown, author of “At the Feet of the Elders: A Journey into a Lowcountry Family History” gives a glimpse into how DNA testing catalyzed his family history research and connected him from South Carolina to Africa.
February 21, 2024
Ancient Lineages: A 49,000-Year-Old Branch Split in Y-DNA Haplogroup E Confirmed 15 Years After Initial Discovery
A customer with a Family Finder test received a Y-DNA haplogroup that led to the rediscovery of a haplogroup that was discovered 15 years ago.
February 15, 2024
Rootstech 2024: Your Guide to the Virtual Experience
The FamilyTreeDNA guide to RootsTech 2024, virtual! We've got a list of sessions, how to find the chat rooms, and more!
January 10, 2024
RootsTech 2024: Get Ready for Salt Lake City with FamilyTreeDNA
The FamilyTreeDNA guide to RootsTech 2024, in person! Including speakers, classes, booth info, and more!
January 4, 2024
Don’t Lose Your DNA Record: Verifying Your FamilyTreeDNA Account Settings
Preserve your genealogical legacy on FamilyTreeDNA! Ensure lasting impact by updating contact info, adding beneficiaries, and assigning kit managers. Learn the vital steps for securing your DNA record.
December 19, 2023
Building Friendships in the Genealogy Conference Circuit
Dive into the heart of genealogy conferences, where passion for ancestry intertwines seamlessly with the joy of fostering enduring friendships.
December 11, 2023
The Best Gifts For a Genealogist – 2023 Holiday Guide
Discover the ideal gifts for genealogists in our 2023 Gift Guide. From DNA testing kits to personalized family history tools, find thoughtful presents that celebrate the art of unraveling family stories.
November 27, 2023
Recruit Potential Y-DNA Testers From Your Family Finder Match List
Master using Family Finder to identify potential Y-DNA matches and refine research.