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Find the Right Historical Jurisdiction in Denmark Using the Website DigDag
DigDag is a digital atlas of Denmark’s jurisdictions since the 1600s. The atlas covers many types of jurisdictions and authorities, including parishes, medical districts, courts, and military jurisdictions. Learn how to use it to assist you in your Danish family history research.
DigDag is a digital atlas of Denmark’s jurisdictions since the 1600s. The atlas covers many types of jurisdictions and authorities, including parishes, medical districts, courts, and military jurisdictions. Learn how to use it to assist you in your Danish family history research.
Fri, November 7 2025: 12:00 UTC
1:04:24
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Danish Probate Records
Probate records are a gem for those researching ancestors in Denmark. However, understanding the jurisdictions for these records is very complicated. This webinar will discuss the basics of the Danish Estate system the influence it had on our ancestors’ lives. We will also learn about the county records, finding aids and online resources for successfully navigating Danish probate records.
Probate records are a gem for those researching ancestors in Denmark. However, understanding the jurisdictions for these records is very complicated. This webinar will discuss the basics of the Danish Estate system the influence it had on our ancestors’ lives. We will also learn about the county records, finding aids and online resources for successfully navigating Danish probate records.
Thu, March 13 2025: 0:00 UTC
1:14:23
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Which Hans Jensen is Mine? Navigating Patronymics in Scandinavian Research
The majority of ancestral Scandinavians shared a small number of given names and surnames. Following ancestors without becoming mixed up in the patronymic pot can be a challenge. This webinar will provide guidance for focusing on your ancestor and eliminating other possible family lines. We will answer the most common questions regarding ancestral patronymics: what are they? why are they used? and how do I follow my family and not the neighbors?
The majority of ancestral Scandinavians shared a small number of given names and surnames. Following ancestors without becoming mixed up in the patronymic pot can be a challenge. This webinar will provide guidance for focusing on your ancestor and eliminating other possible family lines. We will answer the most common questions regarding ancestral patronymics: what are they? why are they used? and how do I follow my family and not the neighbors?
Wed, March 27 2024: 18:00 UTC
1:07:18
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Danish Research with Online Records at MyHeritage and Beyond
Many genealogical records from Denmark have been digitized, fully indexed, and published online. With unparalleled censuses and robust church vital records available, learning about your Danish ancestors has never been easier. In this session we will jump into these Danish records at MyHeritage, the Danish National Archives, and the Danish National Library and discuss strategies and practices that promote successful research and discoveries.
Many genealogical records from Denmark have been digitized, fully indexed, and published online. With unparalleled censuses and robust church vital records available, learning about your Danish ancestors has never been easier. In this session we will jump into these Danish records at MyHeritage, the Danish National Archives, and the Danish National Library and discuss strategies and practices that promote successful research and discoveries.
Tue, August 9 2022: 18:00 UTC
50:29
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Researching Scandinavian Ancestors? It's Amazing What You Can Learn
Our Scandinavian ancestors left incredible records about their lives that allow us to discover more about their (and your) Scandinavian heritage and ancestors. This session will introduce the most important Scandinavian records and provide information on where to find these records and how to use them effectively. 
Our Scandinavian ancestors left incredible records about their lives that allow us to discover more about their (and your) Scandinavian heritage and ancestors. This session will introduce the most important Scandinavian records and provide information on where to find these records and how to use them effectively. 
Fri, March 13 2020: 0:00 UTC
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A Guide to Scandinavian Records on MyHeritage
MyHeritage has partnered with archives and institutions to publish a wealth of new collections for Scandinavia and Finland. This session will describe and demonstrate these incredible resources and provide strategies for using these new collections. There has never been a better time to do Scandinavian and Finnish research.
MyHeritage has partnered with archives and institutions to publish a wealth of new collections for Scandinavia and Finland. This session will describe and demonstrate these incredible resources and provide strategies for using these new collections. There has never been a better time to do Scandinavian and Finnish research.
Sat, November 3 2018: 0:00 UTC
1:29:31
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Have Nordic Ancestors? Count Yourself Lucky – Nordic Records are Amazing
An overview of available records in the Nordic countries (Norway, Sweden, Denmark, & Finland) will be presented.
An overview of available records in the Nordic countries (Norway, Sweden, Denmark, & Finland) will be presented.
Tue, February 13 2018: 0:00 UTC
1:27:59
Finding Your Nordic Parish of Birth
Is that parish of birth of your Nordic ancestor proving to be elusive? Without it, we cannot make the trip “across the pond.” Often that parish is identified in the records located in the United States and research will reveal the name or at least narrow it down. We will…
Is that parish of birth of your Nordic ancestor proving to be elusive? Without it, we cannot make the trip “across the pond.” Often that parish is identified in the records located in the United States and research will reveal the name or at least narrow it down. We will…
Fri, December 15 2017: 0:00 UTC
1:30:57
Beginning Danish Research
This class will discuss various aspects of beginning Danish research such as naming practices, jurisdictions, and accessing church records through online sources.
This class will discuss various aspects of beginning Danish research such as naming practices, jurisdictions, and accessing church records through online sources.
Wed, May 10 2017: 0:00 UTC

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Tue, March 10 2026: 14:00 UTC
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Diccionario geográfico de España para genealogistas: cómo interpretar lugares antiguos en tus investigaciones familiares
Tue, March 10 2026: 14:00 UTC
Aprende a usar un diccionario geográfico de España para tus estudios genealógicos. Descubre cómo identificar pueblos desaparecidos, cambios de nombres, y divisiones históricas que afectan tu árbol familiar. Ideal para genealogistas y aficionados a la historia familiar.
Sonia Meza
Aprende a usar un diccionario geográfico de España para tus estudios genealógicos. Descubre cómo identificar pueblos desaparecidos, cambios de nombres, y divisiones históricas que afectan tu árbol familiar. Ideal para genealogistas y aficionados a la historia familiar.
Tue, March 10 2026: 14:00 UTC
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Leveraging Freedom of Information Laws to Procure Novel Records
Wed, March 11 2026: 18:00 UTC
This lecture will explain Freedom of Information Laws, and what genealogists can do with them. A variety of jurisdictions and case studies will be discussed.
This lecture will explain Freedom of Information Laws, and what genealogists can do with them. A variety of jurisdictions and case studies will be discussed.
Wed, March 11 2026: 18:00 UTC
Thu, March 12 2026: 0:00 UTC
From Research to Data with AI 1 of 5: From Records to Raw Data—Extracting with AI
Thu, March 12 2026: 0:00 UTC
Use AI to extract, clean, organise, and analyse your family history research. Intermediate level, focused on workflows and data handling; ideal for users managing large research projects; activities include table-building, clustering, and data cleaning.
Use AI to extract, clean, organise, and analyse your family history research. Intermediate level, focused on workflows and data handling; ideal for users managing large research projects; activities include table-building, clustering, and data cleaning.
Thu, March 12 2026: 0:00 UTC
Thu, March 12 2026: 14:00 UTC
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Annuaires urbains : aucune ville n’est trop petite, aucun indice n’est insignifiant
Thu, March 12 2026: 14:00 UTC
La plupart des généalogistes n’exploitent pas pleinement tous les indices disponibles dans les annuaires municipaux. Apprenez à aller au-delà d’une simple « recherche » de vos ancêtres et de leur famille. Comprenez comment les annuaires municipaux ont été créés, les secrets des différentes abréviations et comment utiliser l’approche F.A.N. Club pour obtenir le plus d’informations possible. Ce webinaire fait partie du séminaire de généalogie MyHeritage d’une journée, diffusé en direct depuis le siège de MyHeritage à Or Yehuda, en Israël. Les sous-titres et la voix de cette vidéo ont été doublés en français à l’aide de l’IA.
La plupart des généalogistes n’exploitent pas pleinement tous les indices disponibles dans les annuaires municipaux. Apprenez à aller au-delà d’une simple « recherche » de vos ancêtres et de leur famille. Comprenez comment les annuaires municipaux ont été créés, les secrets des différentes abréviations et comment utiliser l’approche F.A.N. Club pour obtenir le plus d’informations possible. Ce webinaire fait partie du séminaire de généalogie MyHeritage d’une journée, diffusé en direct depuis le siège de MyHeritage à Or Yehuda, en Israël. Les sous-titres et la voix de cette vidéo ont été doublés en français à l’aide de l’IA.
Thu, March 12 2026: 14:00 UTC
Fri, March 13 2026: 18:00 UTC
Researching in Northumberland & Durham
Fri, March 13 2026: 18:00 UTC
Northumberland and Durham, in the extreme north-east corner of England, are often united when discussing family history. Our ancestors moved easily back and forth across the River Tyne, to live and work, connected by the City of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne on the boundary. Discover the key resources and how to locate them in the various archives covering the two counties. Learn how to effectively use the catalogues and finding aids, see what is available online or what can only be accessed in archives or libraries. Also learn about what records are different and unique to these two counties and are really helpful in your research.
Northumberland and Durham, in the extreme north-east corner of England, are often united when discussing family history. Our ancestors moved easily back and forth across the River Tyne, to live and work, connected by the City of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne on the boundary. Discover the key resources and how to locate them in the various archives covering the two counties. Learn how to effectively use the catalogues and finding aids, see what is available online or what can only be accessed in archives or libraries. Also learn about what records are different and unique to these two counties and are really helpful in your research.
Fri, March 13 2026: 18:00 UTC
Tue, March 17 2026: 18:00 UTC
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Paleografía, Abreviaturas y Fórmulas Comunes de los Archivos Parroquiales en América Latina
Tue, March 17 2026: 18:00 UTC
Los archivos parroquiales constituyen una de las fuentes genealógicas más ricas de América Latina, pero también una de las más desafiantes. Este webinar guiará a los asistentes en la lectura e interpretación de registros sacramentales—bautismos, matrimonios y entierros—desde la época colonial hasta el siglo XX. Se abordarán principios básicos de la paleografía, abreviaturas frecuentes, fórmulas eclesiásticas y variaciones regionales en la manera de registrar información. Se incluirán ejercicios prácticos de lectura de documentos originales, con énfasis en errores comunes y estrategias efectivas para descifrar textos antiguos.
Los archivos parroquiales constituyen una de las fuentes genealógicas más ricas de América Latina, pero también una de las más desafiantes. Este webinar guiará a los asistentes en la lectura e interpretación de registros sacramentales—bautismos, matrimonios y entierros—desde la época colonial hasta el siglo XX. Se abordarán principios básicos de la paleografía, abreviaturas frecuentes, fórmulas eclesiásticas y variaciones regionales en la manera de registrar información. Se incluirán ejercicios prácticos de lectura de documentos originales, con énfasis en errores comunes y estrategias efectivas para descifrar textos antiguos.
Tue, March 17 2026: 18:00 UTC