Genealogy Magazines

Top 5 Genealogy Magazines for Family History Enthusiasts
From Kimberly Powell,
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Keep up with the latest genealogy news, tips and techniques with these five wonderful genealogy magazines - perfect for keeping you enthusiastic about family history year-round. Many are available for international subscription or on CD-ROM.

1) Heritage Quest

First published in 1985, this publication's enormous content "sets it apart from other genealogy magazines." This full-color bimonthly publication is an excellent reference tool for beginners as well as advanced genealogists.
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2) Ancestry Magazine

Expert guidance for the beginner to advanced historian is available in this colorful bimonthly magazine packed full of expert articles, regular columns, book reviews, case studies and more.
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3) Family Tree Magazine

Chock full of tips and info in a fun, easy-to-read format, Family Tree Magazine reaches beyond genealogy research to also encompass ethnic heritage, family reunions, scrapbooking and historic travel. This is a U.S. magazine, not to be confused with Family Tree Magazine in the UK.
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4) Everton's Genealogical Helper

Back to its original black and white format, Everton's Genealogical Helper still packs in all of the great genealogy articles, news, tips, Web sites, queries and reviews that genealogists have come to rely on since the first issue was published in 1947.
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5) Family Chronicle

Published six times per year, this excellent family history magazine offers a variety of topics of interest to genealogists from beginner through advanced in full-glossy color. Written by genealogy enthusiasts for genealogy enthusiasts.