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Native American Resources

Welcome! Explore our collection of classes and content created and selected especially for Native American audiences by FamilySearch.

New in 2026

Ata ninii mo From Family Lore to Federal Rolls: Confirming Native Ancestry
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From Family Lore to Federal Rolls: Confirming Native Ancestry

Aimee Rose-Haynes

Ata ninii mo Navajo Oral History Project from Gathering of Tribes
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Navajo Oral History Project from Gathering of Tribes

Rachel Crouse, Shane Manning, Cindy Quinney, Emerson Mose, Gavriel Wise

Heritage and Culture

Ata ninii mo Dance Discovery: Native American Performance
O le gagana o lenei sauniga o English
3:19
2022

Dance Discovery: Native American Performance

This Hoop Dance is a cultural centerpiece at many Native American events. Representing the sacredness of the earth, this piece may inspire you to appreciate all that is special around you. Connection to our roots can often be expressed through dance.

Ata ninii mo Origins of Our Native American Dance
O le gagana o lenei sauniga o English
2:40
2022

Origins of Our Native American Dance

Did you see our Native American Dance Discovery? In this video we take a look at the message and symbolism behind this cultural performance.

More Native American Learning Sessions

Ata ninii mo DNA for Native American Genealogy
O le gagana o lenei sauniga o English
50:16
Ata ninii mo Unveiling Family Legacies: Verifying Native American Ancestry and Tribal Affiliation
O le gagana o lenei sauniga o English
1:00:10
Ata ninii mo Navigating Racial Challenges in DNA Connections
O le gagana o lenei sauniga o English
1:03:28
2023

Navigating Racial Challenges in DNA Connections

Cheri Daniels, Donald Shores

Learn the Basics of FamilySearch

Ata ninii mo Introduction FamilySearch 101 Series
O le gagana o lenei sauniga o English
3:00

Introduction FamilySearch 101 Series

Discover FamilySearch 101, a beginner-friendly guide to starting your family tree. Learn to add relatives, explore records, and preserve memories as you begin your family history journey.

Ata ninii mo FamilySearch 101 | Episode 1
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3:00

FamilySearch 101 | Episode 1

Join us in starting your family history journey in Episode 1 of FamilySearch 101. Learn to create a free account, add members, and use the app to begin building a simple, accurate family tree.

Ata ninii mo FamilySearch 101 | Episode 2
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3:00

FamilySearch 101 | Episode 2

Continue your family history in FamilySearch 101 Episode 2 as it teaches you how to navigate your family tree and add memories! Begin uploading photos, stories, and audio to your family's memories.

Ata ninii mo FamilySearch 101 | Episode 3
O le gagana o lenei sauniga o English
3:00

FamilySearch 101 | Episode 3

In FamilySearch 101 Episode 3 learn to use Record Hints to find records like birth, census, and marriage records.. Learn to verify sources, search historical records, and explore Genealogies.

Ata ninii mo FamilySearch 101 | Episode 4
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3:00

FamilySearch 101 | Episode 4

Continue learning in FamilySearch 101 Episode 4. Attach sources, verify ancestors, and keep your tree accurate. Learn to find and merge duplicates to preserve family history for future generations.

Ata ninii mo FamilySearch 101 | Episode 5
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3:00

FamilySearch 101 | Episode 5

FamilySearch 101 Episode 5 shows how to use Family Groups, search records by place, and use Full-Text Search to find ancestors in un-indexed global documents and uncover new family connections.