FamilySearch and America250Fill in the gaps of America’s family history
Each record you connect helps unite families and place individuals in America’s story. By reviewing hints and attaching accurate sources, you help bridge generations.
How it works
1. Sign in to FamilySearch
Getting started is easy. Sign in using your Google, Facebook, Apple, or FamilySearch account to begin reviewing historical record hints.
2. Review the hint
Compare the historical record with what is already known about the person. Look at things like names and dates to decide if it’s a match.
3. Attach the record
If the record matches, attach it to your ancestor in Family Tree to help preserve and strengthen their story as part of America250.
Frequently asked questions
Helpful resources
Visit these helpful resources to learn more about how to review hints and use the FamilySearch source linker.
VIDEOSource linker tutorial
Confidently attach historical records to the correct person in Family Tree.
ARTICLEIs it a match?
Compare key details to help ensure that records are connected to the right ancestor.
About the BYU Record Linking Lab (RLL)
The BYU RLL develops tools that connect families and individuals across historical records, helping more people discover their place in the FamilySearch Family Tree. In support of America250, the lab’s work helps preserve the stories and connections that shape America’s history—one family at a time.