If you’re tracing your Scottish ancestors, one of the best places to start is with BMD records, that’s short for births, marriages, and deaths. These official records offer the key … A guide to Scottish BMD recordsRead more
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The 1911 Scottish census: a closer look at your ancestors’ lives
If you’ve dipped your toes into Scottish family history, you may already know that census records are goldmines of information. But the 1911 Scottish census is a little different. It’s … The 1911 Scottish census: a closer look at your ancestors’ livesRead more
What’s in a Scottish parish record? A beginner’s guide
If you’re researching Scottish ancestors from before 1855, parish records will likely be your best (and sometimes only) source of information. But what exactly is a parish record, and what … What’s in a Scottish parish record? A beginner’s guideRead more
Bring your ancestors to life through storytelling
When we begin tracing our family tree, we often start with names, dates, and places. These facts are the building blocks of our ancestral knowledge, but on their own, they … Bring your ancestors to life through storytellingRead more
The 1901 Scottish census: a window into everyday life
If you’ve started tracing your Scottish ancestors, you’ll quickly come across census records. And while all census years are helpful, the 1901 Scottish census holds a special charm. It gives … The 1901 Scottish census: a window into everyday lifeRead more
Scotland’s People on a budget: free ways to use a paid site
How to get the most from Scotland’s People without spending a penny (yet) If you’re just getting started with Scottish family history, chances are you’ve heard of Scotland’s People. It’s … Scotland’s People on a budget: free ways to use a paid siteRead more
Am I actually Scottish?
A beginner’s guide for curious Americans Your aunt says you’re Scottish.Your cousin swears your great-great-grandpa wore a kilt.You love whisky and cried during Braveheart.And now you’re wondering: “Am I actually … Am I actually Scottish?Read more