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What's New
1/14/2009
New Database: New Database - New England Ancestors Magazine, Volumes 1-3
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1/14/2009
New Database: Social Security Death Index - updated through September, 2008
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1/13/2009
New Article: New England Ancestors Magazine - Holiday 2008 • Vol. 9, No. 5-6
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1/6/2009
New Article: Plymouth Village Family Sketches
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1/5/2009
New Database: Diaries of the Rev. Thomas Cary of Newburyport, Mass., 1762-1806 — Just added 1806
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1/2/2009
New Database: Plymouth Church Records 1620–1859
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12/29/2008
New Database: Plymouth Court Records 1686—1859 (Part 2)
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Founded in 1845, New England Historic Genealogical Society is the oldest and most respected nonprofit genealogical organization in the country. We invite you to learn more about how NEHGS can help you explore a wealth of resources and research tools to discover your family’s story today.

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March 08, 2009
Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. Research Tour
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January 14, 2009
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Using NewEnglandAncestors.org
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January 24, 2009
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Finding Your Family: Best Research Practices
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February 04, 2009
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New Visitor Welcome & Library Orientation
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