Candace Marx

Candace Marx is the owner of Timeless Treasure Genealogy, specializing in Chicago and Midwestern family history research. She earned a Certificate in Genealogical Research from Boston University and is an alumni of the ProGen Study Program. She is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists (APG) and a Past President of the Illinois State Genealogical Society (ISGS). She was awarded the American Society of Genealogists Scholar Award in 2019 for a family narrative written about her Luxembourger ancestors. Candace has written articles for the ISGS Quarterly, FamilyTree Magazine, and the APG Quarterly.

Candace's Upcoming Live Webinars (1)

Wed, September 30 2026: 14:00 UTC
The Widow Won, the Barkeep Lost: Using Historical Context and the FAN Club to Enrich Your Family Stories Method
Wed, September 30 2026: 14:00 UTC
On 16 May 1890, Arthur Bell bought a keg of beer from a saloon in Yorkville, Illinois. What happened next would forever change the fate of two families. This case study will demonstrate how to bring your family legends to life by adding historical, social, and cultural context. Numerous examples will help prove that researching your ancestors' friends, associates and neighbors (the FAN club) can reveal new clues and bring fresh points-of-view to old stories. Helpful and unique reference materials, including books and websites, will also be discussed.
On 16 May 1890, Arthur Bell bought a keg of beer from a saloon in Yorkville, Illinois. What happened next would forever change the fate of two families. This case study will demonstrate how to bring your family legends to life by adding historical, social, and cultural context. Numerous examples will help prove that researching your ancestors' friends, associates and neighbors (the FAN club) can reveal new clues and bring fresh points-of-view to old stories. Helpful and unique reference materials, including books and websites, will also be discussed.
Wed, September 30 2026: 14:00 UTC