How do I start my Italian genealogy research?

Start by gathering documents you already have, such as birth, marriage, or death records of your ancestors. Once we identify the likely Italian town of origin, our team takes over, searching local civil and parish archives to build your family tree.

What if I don't know the exact town in Italy my ancestors came from?

This is a common starting point. Our experts can often identify your family's town of origin by cross-referencing passenger arrival records, naturalization papers, and census data before initiating the targeted search in Italian archives.

What is a Family History Book?

It is a premium, beautifully designed keepsake we create for you. It includes your reconstructed family tree, digital copies or transcripts of original archival documents, historical photos, and the narrative story of your ancestors' lives in Italy.

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