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Genealogy Research Tips and
Sahyun Library Updates

Welcome to the Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society’s official blog – a digital space where we embark on a journey to unravel the fascinating tapestry of our shared ancestry. We are thrilled to introduce not only our society but also a treasure trove of knowledge – the Sahyun Genealogical Library.

Obituaries Added to Database

SBCGS has been preserving historical records of genealogical interest for many years. We now have a sophisticated database for searching these indexed records. Currently, there are 190,000 names, and records are continuously being added. The most recent set of names is associated with Santa Barbara Obituaries. Newspaper obituaries and death notices from various local newspapers

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Ancestry.com Tip

Ancestry Family Tree – post written by SBCGS member Judy Thompson When sharing your genealogy research online, such as at Ancestry.com, it is crucial to consider access and security. Ancestry.com allows you to invite others to view your family tree, offering three roles: Guest, Contributor, or Editor, each with different permissions and editorial rights. They

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Stacks at the Sahyun Genealogical Library

Welcome to Our Blog

Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society: Connecting Generations, Building Legacies Founded on the principle that every family has a story worth preserving, the Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society (SBCGS) has been a beacon for genealogists and family historians since its establishment. Our mission is simple yet profound: to foster a community of individuals passionate about tracing

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Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society Receives Proclamations

The proclamation from the city of Santa Barbara – honoring our 50th Anniversary and National Family Stories Month – was presented by Mayor Randy Rowse to our President, Art Sylvester, on November 15th at City Hall. Watch the presentation here. Holly Snyder, Karen Ramsdell, Art Sylvester, Marie Sue Parsons, Mary Hall The Santa Barbara County

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