Amber Oldenburg
@amberoldenburg.bsky.social
📚Professional genealogist, 🗺️ constant traveler, and superior procrastibaker.🍪
www.onebranchatatime.com
www.onebranchatatime.com
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Ok BlueSky: what are your favorite history books in terms of sheer page-turning, narrative propulsion? Thinking along the line of Killers of the Flower Moon, etc. Nonfiction chronicles that read like novels or movies.
November 19, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Ok BlueSky: what are your favorite history books in terms of sheer page-turning, narrative propulsion? Thinking along the line of Killers of the Flower Moon, etc. Nonfiction chronicles that read like novels or movies.
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Hey, as a librarian I need to tell you:
Our funding depends on usage.
So go ahead and check out that book even if you don't think you'll finish it. No one will know. Check out that DVD even though you might not like it. Get ambitious in your quest for knowledge.
Our funding depends on usage.
So go ahead and check out that book even if you don't think you'll finish it. No one will know. Check out that DVD even though you might not like it. Get ambitious in your quest for knowledge.
August 12, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Hey, as a librarian I need to tell you:
Our funding depends on usage.
So go ahead and check out that book even if you don't think you'll finish it. No one will know. Check out that DVD even though you might not like it. Get ambitious in your quest for knowledge.
Our funding depends on usage.
So go ahead and check out that book even if you don't think you'll finish it. No one will know. Check out that DVD even though you might not like it. Get ambitious in your quest for knowledge.
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Historian friends: tell me about your favorite research & writing tools.
As a bonus, would love to know where you learned how to use them & if you'd be interested in sharing your knowledge w/ others.
As a bonus, would love to know where you learned how to use them & if you'd be interested in sharing your knowledge w/ others.
July 31, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Historian friends: tell me about your favorite research & writing tools.
As a bonus, would love to know where you learned how to use them & if you'd be interested in sharing your knowledge w/ others.
As a bonus, would love to know where you learned how to use them & if you'd be interested in sharing your knowledge w/ others.
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Genealogy in early America wasn’t just about ancestry—it shaped freedom, power & identity.
Historian Karin Wulf joins us to explore how lineage helped early Americans define themselves.
🎧 Listen: benfranklinsworld.com/416
#History #Genealogy #USHistory #VastEarlyAmerica
Historian Karin Wulf joins us to explore how lineage helped early Americans define themselves.
🎧 Listen: benfranklinsworld.com/416
#History #Genealogy #USHistory #VastEarlyAmerica
July 15, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Genealogy in early America wasn’t just about ancestry—it shaped freedom, power & identity.
Historian Karin Wulf joins us to explore how lineage helped early Americans define themselves.
🎧 Listen: benfranklinsworld.com/416
#History #Genealogy #USHistory #VastEarlyAmerica
Historian Karin Wulf joins us to explore how lineage helped early Americans define themselves.
🎧 Listen: benfranklinsworld.com/416
#History #Genealogy #USHistory #VastEarlyAmerica
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@apgenealogists.bsky.social spreading the word to save this resource.
New Hampshire is contemplating closing its State Library! It’s the oldest in the USA. It’s a great place for family history and local history. The genealogy room contains one of a kind manuscripts and resources. Write to your state representative to stop this nonsense! www.wmur.com/article/new-...
Budget plan would eliminate New Hampshire State Library, Council on the Arts
The oldest state library in America is on the budget chopping block as lawmakers look to eliminate the New Hampshire State Library and the New Hampshire Council on the Arts.
www.wmur.com
March 25, 2025 at 12:41 AM
@apgenealogists.bsky.social spreading the word to save this resource.
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Indiana's HB 1148 could expand birth record restrictions from 75 to 99 years, making it one of the most restrictive states. It’s passed the House and heads to the Senate. Our work relies on record access—let’s fight to keep it! Learn more & take action: bit.ly/3DF53CZ
March 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Indiana's HB 1148 could expand birth record restrictions from 75 to 99 years, making it one of the most restrictive states. It’s passed the House and heads to the Senate. Our work relies on record access—let’s fight to keep it! Learn more & take action: bit.ly/3DF53CZ
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Family history puzzles are tricky—especially with DNA! 🧩 Join Diahan as she pieces together a case study using records, genetic networks, and the What Are The Odds? tool.
FREE webinar: Thursday, March 13 at 2 pm ET. Don’t miss it! webinar.yourdnaguide.com/dna-case-stu...
#genealogy #DNA
FREE webinar: Thursday, March 13 at 2 pm ET. Don’t miss it! webinar.yourdnaguide.com/dna-case-stu...
#genealogy #DNA
Putting the Pieces Together: A DNA Case Study | March 2025
Putting the Pieces Together: A DNA Case Study is a free webinar offered by Your DNA Guide.
webinar.yourdnaguide.com
March 11, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Family history puzzles are tricky—especially with DNA! 🧩 Join Diahan as she pieces together a case study using records, genetic networks, and the What Are The Odds? tool.
FREE webinar: Thursday, March 13 at 2 pm ET. Don’t miss it! webinar.yourdnaguide.com/dna-case-stu...
#genealogy #DNA
FREE webinar: Thursday, March 13 at 2 pm ET. Don’t miss it! webinar.yourdnaguide.com/dna-case-stu...
#genealogy #DNA
RootsTech is officially in full swing, and thankfully, my new boots are up for the journey! #rootstech #rootstech2025
March 6, 2025 at 7:52 PM
RootsTech is officially in full swing, and thankfully, my new boots are up for the journey! #rootstech #rootstech2025
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❗GSI RootsTech Special Offer ❗
To celebrate RootsTech 2025, Diahan Southard and I are offering 20% off our two GSI (Genealogy Solves It) experiences, where YOU become the genetic detective.
Visit www.GSIEvents.com for more info.
#DNA #GeneticGenealogy #IGG #RootsTech #RootsTech2025 #ColdCases
To celebrate RootsTech 2025, Diahan Southard and I are offering 20% off our two GSI (Genealogy Solves It) experiences, where YOU become the genetic detective.
Visit www.GSIEvents.com for more info.
#DNA #GeneticGenealogy #IGG #RootsTech #RootsTech2025 #ColdCases
March 4, 2025 at 12:36 PM
❗GSI RootsTech Special Offer ❗
To celebrate RootsTech 2025, Diahan Southard and I are offering 20% off our two GSI (Genealogy Solves It) experiences, where YOU become the genetic detective.
Visit www.GSIEvents.com for more info.
#DNA #GeneticGenealogy #IGG #RootsTech #RootsTech2025 #ColdCases
To celebrate RootsTech 2025, Diahan Southard and I are offering 20% off our two GSI (Genealogy Solves It) experiences, where YOU become the genetic detective.
Visit www.GSIEvents.com for more info.
#DNA #GeneticGenealogy #IGG #RootsTech #RootsTech2025 #ColdCases
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Are you a journalist, genealogist or historian who has ever used records from the National Archives? It's time to step up and take some simple steps to preserve federal records. And save our nation's history. Please visit this website. And share widely.
fundnara.com
fundnara.com
fundNARA.com - Congress must fund the National Archives at the current level!
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) provides core government functions necessary to preserve, protect, and make accessible records from all three branches of the federal government...
fundnara.com
February 19, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Are you a journalist, genealogist or historian who has ever used records from the National Archives? It's time to step up and take some simple steps to preserve federal records. And save our nation's history. Please visit this website. And share widely.
fundnara.com
fundnara.com
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APG is pleased to announce that @amberoldenburg.bsky.social has been named as Social Media Specialist for the Association. She is an experienced social media manager, speaker, and professional genealogist known for her engaging content. More: www.apgen.org/news_manager.php?page=39490
February 19, 2025 at 6:15 PM
APG is pleased to announce that @amberoldenburg.bsky.social has been named as Social Media Specialist for the Association. She is an experienced social media manager, speaker, and professional genealogist known for her engaging content. More: www.apgen.org/news_manager.php?page=39490
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Valentine's Card for history addicts.
February 13, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Valentine's Card for history addicts.
Love is at the core of family history, making Valentine’s Day the perfect time to research. In honor of the day, MyHeritage is offering free access to all 279 of their marriage record collections. That's over 881 million historical records. Now-2/16
#genealogy
www.myheritage.com/marriage-rec...
#genealogy
www.myheritage.com/marriage-rec...
February 13, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Love is at the core of family history, making Valentine’s Day the perfect time to research. In honor of the day, MyHeritage is offering free access to all 279 of their marriage record collections. That's over 881 million historical records. Now-2/16
#genealogy
www.myheritage.com/marriage-rec...
#genealogy
www.myheritage.com/marriage-rec...
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The Internet Archive has to date downloaded 500 terabytes of US government websites, which it crawls at the end of every presidential term. The whole archive is fully searchable. This effort's housed by a donation-funded nonprofit, not a branch of the US government. blog.archive.org/2024/05/08/e...
End of Term Web Archive – Preserving the Transition of a Nation | Internet Archive Blogs
blog.archive.org
February 1, 2025 at 12:58 AM
The Internet Archive has to date downloaded 500 terabytes of US government websites, which it crawls at the end of every presidential term. The whole archive is fully searchable. This effort's housed by a donation-funded nonprofit, not a branch of the US government. blog.archive.org/2024/05/08/e...
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Win a FREE RootsTech 3-day Pass! Giving away 2 passes (US residents 18+, excl. RI). Winners chosen Jan 31. Bonus: All entrants get my free "10 Tips for Better RootsTech" guide! Enter now to boost your genealogy skills!
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www.youtube.com/shorts/Z2nj1...
#Genealogy
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#Genealogy
RootsTech for FREE | Largest Family History Conference
YouTube video by Aimee Cross - Genealogy Hints
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January 11, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Win a FREE RootsTech 3-day Pass! Giving away 2 passes (US residents 18+, excl. RI). Winners chosen Jan 31. Bonus: All entrants get my free "10 Tips for Better RootsTech" guide! Enter now to boost your genealogy skills!
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#Genealogy
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#Genealogy
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🥁 Announcing the Public Domain Image Archive! 🥁
We are v excited to share our new sister-project, the Public Domain Image Archive (PDIA), a curated collection of 10k+ out-of-copyright historical images, all free to explore and reuse: pdimagearchive.org @pdimagearchive
We are v excited to share our new sister-project, the Public Domain Image Archive (PDIA), a curated collection of 10k+ out-of-copyright historical images, all free to explore and reuse: pdimagearchive.org @pdimagearchive
January 8, 2025 at 5:02 PM
🥁 Announcing the Public Domain Image Archive! 🥁
We are v excited to share our new sister-project, the Public Domain Image Archive (PDIA), a curated collection of 10k+ out-of-copyright historical images, all free to explore and reuse: pdimagearchive.org @pdimagearchive
We are v excited to share our new sister-project, the Public Domain Image Archive (PDIA), a curated collection of 10k+ out-of-copyright historical images, all free to explore and reuse: pdimagearchive.org @pdimagearchive
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The Frederick County [MD] Genealogical Society is in desperate need of volunteers. It’s so bad that the Board is contemplating shutting down the whole operation if we can’t find more help. So if you’re looking to volunteer in the new year, come join us! frecogs.org
#genealogy #familyhistory
#genealogy #familyhistory
Frederick County Genealogical Society-Maryland
Frederick County Genealogical Society is in Frederick, Maryland promoting genealogy of Frederick County and Western Maryland.
frecogs.org
January 1, 2025 at 5:10 PM
The Frederick County [MD] Genealogical Society is in desperate need of volunteers. It’s so bad that the Board is contemplating shutting down the whole operation if we can’t find more help. So if you’re looking to volunteer in the new year, come join us! frecogs.org
#genealogy #familyhistory
#genealogy #familyhistory
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HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY! 🎁
Get a FREE DNA Quick Guide—updated with fresh tools & insights!
Shop now: www.yourdnaguide.com/shop
Use code FREEGUIDE24 at checkout.
⏳ Ends at midnight ET TODAY! Don’t miss out! 🎄🎁
#Genealogy
Get a FREE DNA Quick Guide—updated with fresh tools & insights!
Shop now: www.yourdnaguide.com/shop
Use code FREEGUIDE24 at checkout.
⏳ Ends at midnight ET TODAY! Don’t miss out! 🎄🎁
#Genealogy
December 23, 2024 at 2:21 PM
HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY! 🎁
Get a FREE DNA Quick Guide—updated with fresh tools & insights!
Shop now: www.yourdnaguide.com/shop
Use code FREEGUIDE24 at checkout.
⏳ Ends at midnight ET TODAY! Don’t miss out! 🎄🎁
#Genealogy
Get a FREE DNA Quick Guide—updated with fresh tools & insights!
Shop now: www.yourdnaguide.com/shop
Use code FREEGUIDE24 at checkout.
⏳ Ends at midnight ET TODAY! Don’t miss out! 🎄🎁
#Genealogy
How about a little census chuckle? I came across this gem in the Wabash Weekly Intelligencer from the 17 May 1860 edition. It’s a witty take on the upcoming 1860 census questions. My favorite? How many times has your wife wished she were dead, and did you reciprocate the wish?Classic!
#Genealogy
#Genealogy
December 18, 2024 at 3:52 PM
How about a little census chuckle? I came across this gem in the Wabash Weekly Intelligencer from the 17 May 1860 edition. It’s a witty take on the upcoming 1860 census questions. My favorite? How many times has your wife wished she were dead, and did you reciprocate the wish?Classic!
#Genealogy
#Genealogy
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RootsTech Giveaway!
Win 1 of 2 FREE 3-day passes to RootsTech 2025, the world’s largest family history conference!
Bonus: Enter & get my FREE handout “10 Tips for a Better RootsTech Experience!”
ancestryaimee.com/rootstech_en...
#Genealogy
Win 1 of 2 FREE 3-day passes to RootsTech 2025, the world’s largest family history conference!
Bonus: Enter & get my FREE handout “10 Tips for a Better RootsTech Experience!”
ancestryaimee.com/rootstech_en...
#Genealogy
December 11, 2024 at 10:22 PM
RootsTech Giveaway!
Win 1 of 2 FREE 3-day passes to RootsTech 2025, the world’s largest family history conference!
Bonus: Enter & get my FREE handout “10 Tips for a Better RootsTech Experience!”
ancestryaimee.com/rootstech_en...
#Genealogy
Win 1 of 2 FREE 3-day passes to RootsTech 2025, the world’s largest family history conference!
Bonus: Enter & get my FREE handout “10 Tips for a Better RootsTech Experience!”
ancestryaimee.com/rootstech_en...
#Genealogy
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Last Chance to Register!
Join me TOMORROW at 1 PM ET for my FREE live webinar:
"I Have a Civil War Ancestor... Now What?"
All attendees get a FREE handout to take your research further!
Don’t miss out—spots are filling up!
Register now: civilwarrecords.com/pages/live-free-webinar
#Genealogy
Join me TOMORROW at 1 PM ET for my FREE live webinar:
"I Have a Civil War Ancestor... Now What?"
All attendees get a FREE handout to take your research further!
Don’t miss out—spots are filling up!
Register now: civilwarrecords.com/pages/live-free-webinar
#Genealogy
December 6, 2024 at 3:29 PM
Last Chance to Register!
Join me TOMORROW at 1 PM ET for my FREE live webinar:
"I Have a Civil War Ancestor... Now What?"
All attendees get a FREE handout to take your research further!
Don’t miss out—spots are filling up!
Register now: civilwarrecords.com/pages/live-free-webinar
#Genealogy
Join me TOMORROW at 1 PM ET for my FREE live webinar:
"I Have a Civil War Ancestor... Now What?"
All attendees get a FREE handout to take your research further!
Don’t miss out—spots are filling up!
Register now: civilwarrecords.com/pages/live-free-webinar
#Genealogy
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Class today:
• demographics as a genealogical tool
• using current language about slavery & enslaved people
• understanding the context of WPA slave narratives (they're accurate, but contain what an elderly person was comfortable telling an interviewer)
• assessing the reliability of family stories
• demographics as a genealogical tool
• using current language about slavery & enslaved people
• understanding the context of WPA slave narratives (they're accurate, but contain what an elderly person was comfortable telling an interviewer)
• assessing the reliability of family stories
December 2, 2024 at 6:32 PM
Class today:
• demographics as a genealogical tool
• using current language about slavery & enslaved people
• understanding the context of WPA slave narratives (they're accurate, but contain what an elderly person was comfortable telling an interviewer)
• assessing the reliability of family stories
• demographics as a genealogical tool
• using current language about slavery & enslaved people
• understanding the context of WPA slave narratives (they're accurate, but contain what an elderly person was comfortable telling an interviewer)
• assessing the reliability of family stories
@myheritageofficial.bsky.social has just launched LiveMemory™. It enables you to turn any still photo into a short video clip using AI. It animates the scene in the photo, reimagining it as if you had traveled back in time to watch it live. It’s the ultimate way to reminisce. 1/2
November 21, 2024 at 10:33 PM
@myheritageofficial.bsky.social has just launched LiveMemory™. It enables you to turn any still photo into a short video clip using AI. It animates the scene in the photo, reimagining it as if you had traveled back in time to watch it live. It’s the ultimate way to reminisce. 1/2
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🎁 Looking for the ultimate gift for yourself or the genetic genealogy lover in your life? We've got you covered!
Dive into our 2024 #Genealogy Gift Guide for ideas that'll spark joy and discovery.
Start exploring and find the perfect gifts to unwrap this year! www.yourdnaguide.com/genealogy-gi...?
Dive into our 2024 #Genealogy Gift Guide for ideas that'll spark joy and discovery.
Start exploring and find the perfect gifts to unwrap this year! www.yourdnaguide.com/genealogy-gi...?
November 21, 2024 at 4:24 PM
🎁 Looking for the ultimate gift for yourself or the genetic genealogy lover in your life? We've got you covered!
Dive into our 2024 #Genealogy Gift Guide for ideas that'll spark joy and discovery.
Start exploring and find the perfect gifts to unwrap this year! www.yourdnaguide.com/genealogy-gi...?
Dive into our 2024 #Genealogy Gift Guide for ideas that'll spark joy and discovery.
Start exploring and find the perfect gifts to unwrap this year! www.yourdnaguide.com/genealogy-gi...?