There are several different kinds of directories that can be useful for family history research. They can contain information about where an ancestor lived, what they did for a living, who they lived with, and more. Here is an overview of some directories that you can use for family history research.
Queer Lit Review: August 2022
Welcome to the August 2022 edition of the Queer Lit Review! This month we have a lesbian romance at a sister's wedding, a gay romance dealing with an old missing child case, and a second lesbian romance featuring a reluctant princess.
The House Sparrow in Boston, Part III
Explore the history of the common little house sparrow's controversial 1869 introduction to Boston in this three-part blog series.
The House Sparrow in Boston, Part II
Explore the history of the common little house sparrow's controversial 1869 introduction to Boston in this three-part blog series.
The House Sparrow in Boston, Part I
Explore the history of the common little house sparrow's controversial 1869 introduction to Boston in this three-part blog series.
Queer Lit Review: July 2022
This month we have a YA gay romance in college hockey, a thriller with a lesbian detective, and a space opera with a lesbian ambassador.
Researching Your Adopted Ancestors
Adoption has existed in one form or another for much of human history. Whether formal or informal, it can play a significant role in shaping your family tree. This post provides an overview of the history of adoption in the United States and some resources you can use to research adopted ancestors.
Queer Lit Review: June 2022
Hello and welcome to the June 2022 edition of the newly renamed Queer Lit Review! Happy Pride Month everyone! To celebrate Pride, the Boston Public Library puts out a printed booklist every year called We Are Pride which includes books of all genres for children, teens, and adults. Find a copy at your local library…
Early Geo/Biological Surveys of Massachusetts
The First Survey In June of 1830, Governor Levi Lincoln Jr. appointed Amherst professor Edward Hitchcock to conduct the first geological survey of Massachusetts. In 1831 the scope of the project was expanded to include production of a list of plants and animals found in the Commonwealth, for which he drew on the “assistance of…
Celebrate National Tap Dance Day
In 1989, May 25 was declared “National Tap Dance Day.” Learn more about this holiday and the history of tap dance.
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