Top 10 Published Resources for Early New England Research Zoom Presentation

Meet the Speaker

Melanie McComb, Senior Genealogist at American Ancestors, assists library visitors, both on-site and online, with their family history research. She is an international lecturer with expertise in American military research, New England genealogy (17th-20th Century), genetic genealogy, African American genealogy, Atlantic Canadian research, and Jewish genealogy. Her extensive knowledge has made her a sought-after speaker around the world. In addition, she is an honorary fellow of the Massachusetts Historical Society and continues to contribute significantly to the field of genealogy.

About the Program

When it comes to Colonial New England research, there is a treasure trove of reliable published resources to explore. As a group, 17th-century New Englanders are among the most extensively studied people on the planet. In this Zoom presentation, Melanie McComb will delve into essential tools for family historians, including genealogical dictionaries, finding aids, authoritative study projects, scholarly journals, and more. Discover the resources that made our Top 10 list and learn how they can simplify your research journey, ensuring you won’t need to reinvent the wheel when tracing early New England ancestry.

Note: This presentation will be held exclusively via Zoom. There is no in-person meeting.