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    Making a List

    Oct 20, 2020 6 minutes
    by THE EDITORS OF FAMILY TREE MAGAZINE

    Finding gifts for the avid family historian (or even making a wish list for yourself) can be a challenge. DNA test kit? Got it. Records access memberships? Been there, done that.

    But don’t sigh and settle for that “I Seek Dead People” bumper sticker just yet. We’ve gathered these 8 must-have kinds of gifts for you to consider this holiday season. From DNA-personalized gear to archival supplies, there are plenty of great gifts for the genealogy buffs on your list—yourself included!

    1. GENEALOGY BOOKS

    Genealogy books will make a great addition to any researcher’s bookshelf. Some cover how to research specific countries or ethnicities, while others share detailed listings of historical records for a region.

    We’ve listed of some of our favorite genealogy books at <www.familytreemagazine.com/genealogy-research-books>, but one standout is the Unofficial Guide to by Nancy Hendrickson (Family Tree Books). This book contains excellent information designed to help both family history hobbyists and longtime subscribers, featuring:

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