Native American Resources
Welcome! Explore our collection of classes and content created and selected especially for Native American audiences by FamilySearch.
New in 2026
Navajo Oral History Project from Gathering of Tribes
Rachel Crouse, Shane Manning, Cindy Quinney, Emerson Mose, Gavriel Wise
Heritage and Culture
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.
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
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.