From the main page, you see a big white and yellow box with the word “Suche.” This means “search” and you can search for many archival items from this screen. In the top right corner, you will see a little link “EN,” which means “English.” You might be tempted to click that so you can see this website in English. But if you do that, this search box will disappear and the options available to you will, too. Stick with the German version and use tools, such as Google Translate, if you are not familiar with German.

Start your family history research! This easy-to-understand guide will help you find your ancestors efficiently and with confidence. Inside, you'll find expert advice on the basics of genealogy, with tutorials for building a family tree, finding and understanding key genealogy records, and organizing your files and research, plus a roundup of can't-miss beginner-friendly genealogy websites.

There’s no time like the present to preserve your most important moments and memories for the future. From 1980’s VHS tapes to 8mm movie film, we work with just about every video media out there. Simply drop your tapes and movie reels off and we’ll magically digitize the contents, then transfer the video footage to USB or DVD for reliable, compact storage and easy viewing on today’s technology. Make as many copies as you’d like, and distribute them freely to share those memories of triumph, humor and happiness caught on camera.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming genealogy by offering powerful capabilities alongside new challenges and risks. These principles aim to guide the responsible use of AI within the genealogical community—including casual and professional researchers, societies, and supporting companies. The responsible use of AI will maximize its benefits while mitigating risks to the quality and trustworthiness of the work it generates.

Use online tool to book meeting rooms and iLAB equipment in the library to digitize your media.