My Family History Map: Tracing Our Roots Across Generations by Merielle Peacock

First Family Home

meriellepeacock — 2025-07-29 23:28:31 UTC

This is where your great-great-grandparents might have lived! Many families can trace their first homes in America. Ask your grandparents: What was your family's first home like? Did they rent or own it? What memories do they have of their childhood home?

Family Business Story

meriellepeacock — 2025-07-29 23:28:31 UTC

Did your family members own a business? Maybe your great-grandfather had a bakery, or your grandmother ran a flower shop! Family businesses are special ways that families contribute to their communities. Ask about any family businesses in your history!

School Days

meriellepeacock — 2025-07-29 23:28:31 UTC

Where did your parents and grandparents go to school? Schools are important places in family history. Compare your school experience with theirs - what's different and what's the same? Maybe your grandmother walked to the same school you attend now!

Family Celebration Spot

meriellepeacock — 2025-07-29 23:28:31 UTC

Every family has special places where they celebrate together! It might be a park where you have family reunions, a church where family weddings happen, or a favorite restaurant for birthday celebrations. What places are special to your family?

Immigration Story

meriellepeacock — 2025-07-29 23:28:31 UTC

Many families came to America through Ellis Island. If your family immigrated to America, try to find out when they arrived and through which port. What stories have been passed down about their journey? What did they bring with them?

Family Farm Heritage

meriellepeacock — 2025-07-29 23:28:31 UTC

Some families have farming roots! Did your ancestors work on or own a farm? What did they grow? Do you still have family members who farm today? Agriculture is an important part of many family histories.

Family Military Service

meriellepeacock — 2025-07-29 23:28:32 UTC

Many families have heroes who served in the military. Do you have family members who were veterans? Where did they serve? What medals or honors did they receive? These stories help us understand our family's contribution to our country.

Cultural Heritage Center

meriellepeacock — 2025-07-29 23:28:32 UTC

Families often maintain connections to their cultural heritage. Is there a special cultural center, museum, or neighborhood that represents your family's background? What traditions, foods, or celebrations do you still practice from your cultural heritage?

Russellville, AR

meriellepeacock — 2025-07-29 23:29:21 UTC

How did your family end up here?