DNA testing for Black genealogy can open doors, but it has limits. Learn how to use matches, GEDmatch, and records like the 1870 census to build proof—not just guesses.

Racial labels like “Mulatto” and “Colored” weren’t neutral—and they weren’t fixed. Learn how historical language has shaped Black genealogy records and why understanding context is key to accurately reading your ancestors’ stories.

February has a way of making us pause and reflect. During Black History Month, we hear powerful stories about resilience, creativity, struggle, and triumph. We celebrate well-known leaders and everyday people who shaped history in quiet but meaningful ways. And often, somewhere in the middle of all that reflection, a thought creeps in: What about my people? Where do my family’s stories fit into this larger history?

The Great Migration was one of the most transformative periods in American history, reshaping the cultural, economic, and social landscapes.

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Black History Month 2025 Discover Your Family's Roots with Kinfolks Family History It’s Black History Month, and there has never been a...