GenealogyWise
Move over MySpace and Facebook. A new social networking site, the creation of Family Link, came on to the scene with a sonic boom! Within hours of it's publication, the membership grew at a rapid pace.
Geared towards genealogy addicts and family history buffs, this site is destined to to set membership records.
This site was originally set to launch Fri. July 17th but instead has launched several days earlier. memebrship stands at 4,528 at this time (July 14).
Geared towards genealogy addicts and family history buffs, this site is destined to to set membership records.
This site was originally set to launch Fri. July 17th but instead has launched several days earlier. memebrship stands at 4,528 at this time (July 14).
More than 3,000 users joined and contributed more than 10,000 items to the site within the first four days. -- Paul Allen, CEO at FamilyLink.com, Inc.
My Thoughts on GW
Is This really A Social Networking Site?
Or the greatest genealogical resource tool ever invented?
The speed at which GenealogyWise is growing is amazing.
Perhaps calling GenealogyWise a "social networking site" is misleading. I am sure it is what the creators, had in mind but from the standpoint of a member, this site is turning out to be, in my opinion, one of the greatest genealogical tools ever to come on the scene.
Have you ever attended a genealogy seminar where the speakers were just so knowledgeable and you learned so much that you were glad you traveled the distance and paid the fee to attend? Where other attendees were helpful and you asked questions at the luncheon, swapped information, compared notes, made connections, only to have it end a few days later? Didn't you just hate that! Did you feel like you had walked into heaven and out again within that time span?
Think of GenealogyWise as an ongoing seminar. You have access, through the forums, and groups to do everything you could do at that seminar. Ask questions, get help with research, make family connections, and make new friends in the process.
The other great genealogy leaders in the field, whose names I won't mention and whose associations I am a paying member of, could not have foreseen or understood the powerful response to this new site...or they would have done this when MySpace came on the scene years ago.
Regardless of when it happened, it has happened and the dust hasn't even been kicked up good yet!
If you aren't a member of GenealogyWise, you are being left behind! What are you waiting for?
Perhaps calling GenealogyWise a "social networking site" is misleading. I am sure it is what the creators, had in mind but from the standpoint of a member, this site is turning out to be, in my opinion, one of the greatest genealogical tools ever to come on the scene.
Have you ever attended a genealogy seminar where the speakers were just so knowledgeable and you learned so much that you were glad you traveled the distance and paid the fee to attend? Where other attendees were helpful and you asked questions at the luncheon, swapped information, compared notes, made connections, only to have it end a few days later? Didn't you just hate that! Did you feel like you had walked into heaven and out again within that time span?
Think of GenealogyWise as an ongoing seminar. You have access, through the forums, and groups to do everything you could do at that seminar. Ask questions, get help with research, make family connections, and make new friends in the process.
The other great genealogy leaders in the field, whose names I won't mention and whose associations I am a paying member of, could not have foreseen or understood the powerful response to this new site...or they would have done this when MySpace came on the scene years ago.
Regardless of when it happened, it has happened and the dust hasn't even been kicked up good yet!
If you aren't a member of GenealogyWise, you are being left behind! What are you waiting for?
Groups are a Gold Mine
My Groups on GenealogyWise.com
Please stop by when you join GW
With over 1,770 groups (at this second in time), you are invited to visit and join if you find they can be a tool for you.
These groups are not listed in any particular order
These groups are not listed in any particular order
- My Ancestor was a Preacher
- A group for those researching their pastor, minister, preacher / Circuit Rider ancestors
- Collinsworth
- Serving Collinsworth and Collingsworth surnames
- Graphic Designs
- If you have a desire for free help with a design for your group, a button for your profile or a banner for your page, post your request here!
- Footnote users
- For people using Footnote.com
- Wilkinson Genealogy
- Wilkinson, or Wilkerson genealogy.
- Ratliff Roots
- For everyone researching their Ratliff Roots.
- Family Reunions
- Have a Family Reunion? Post it here. All Reunions welcome
- Pate Genealogy
- PATE/PAIT/PAYTE GENEALOGY
- Cemetery Lovers Gifts
- The place to find unique gifts only we could appreciate. Bumper stickers, coffee cups, gift cards, magnets, mouse-pads, t-shirts, and so much more! ~ MEMBERS: post a link or goodies from your line of genealogy/cemetery themed gifts!
- Bell Genealogy
- A group for everyone researching the BELL surname.
- Lawson Ancestry
- All Lawson researchers and name variations, welcome!
- SAXON Genealogy
- For all resarching the SAXON, SAXTON, or SEXTON surnames.
- CROSS Genealogy
- For anyone researching the CROSS surname.
- Confederate Ancestors
- Help with researching your Confederate ancestors.
- American Revolutionary War Ancestors
- Find out about your ancestor in the American Revolution. Members will assist each other with researching American Revolutionary War ancestors.
- Perrin Ancestry
- For descendants of Mary Baber & John Perrin,( b:1734 Lunenberg Co., VA.; d: Bef 1820 Garrard Co., KY) He served in the American Revolution, February 1780 in First Virginia Regiment, John McNeal's Company.
- Old News
- For everyone who loves to look over the news from yester-year
- Cemetery & Funeral Reviews
- This group if for anyone who photographs headstones or is a genealogist.
- Texas History Hunters
- This group is for anyone researching Texas ancestry, or for those interested in Texas history in general. Please come to the group willing to share and help others in their research
20 Hottest Groups on GenealogyWise.com
Listed in the order of membership size
Given the wide variety of topics available, you are sure to find several you will want to join.
- Ancestry Family Tree users
- This group is for anyone who uses Ancestry.com for their family tree , or anyone needing help from someone who is a member of Ancestry.com
- Germany and German Ancestry
- This group is for anyone interested in German Ancestry.
- FindAGrave Addicts
- For people who love FindaGrave.com, especially taking volunteer photos!
- Genealogy Tips and Links
- This group is for anyone who would like to add a link , or a tip for anything to do with genealogy. I really would like to get as many free tips , or sites as we could. However, I know there are some great pay sites out there for research.
- Legacy Family Tree fans
- A group of Legacy Family Tree users or those interested in learning more about Legacy.
- American Revolutionary War Ancestors
- Find out about your ancestor in the American Revolution. Members will assist each other with researching American Revolutionary War ancestors.
- Internet Research Tips & Treasures
- Discussions on getting the most out of the internet for quality genealogical research - search engines, what's new, where to find great resources - your favorite tips and any great treasures you'd like to share
- Ireland and Irish Ancestry
- This group is for anyone interested in Irish Ancestry.
- Southern California Genealogical Society and Family Research Library
- The Southern California Genealogical Society headquarters in Burbank, California, houses a library with over 35,000 books, magazines, maps, CDs, periodicals and family histories. SCGS sponsors the annual Genealogy Jamboree.
- Family Reunions
- Have a Family Reunion? Post it here. All Reunions welcome
- I am a Geneaholic
- MY NAME IS DEBBIE I AM A GENEAHOLIC....
This group is ANYTHING genealogy. You can post search requests, you can blog, give advice, or let us know you just found your long lost gggg-dad.Anything that has to do with Genealogy you can do here. - Scotland and Scottish Ancestry
- A group for anyone with Scottish ancestry to post their research interests and exchange tips.
- Lost Faces: Ancestor Photos & Albums
- Photographs of Ancestors - we all want them, some of us are lucky enough to have them. Learn how to date these old photos. Share the photographs that we have of an ancestor.
- Australian Genealogists
- A group for genealogists downunder
- Missouri Genealogy
- For those researching ancestors in the state of Missouri
- Genetic Genealogy
- A group for anyone interested in using DNA to augment traditional genealogical research.
- Georgia Root Diggers
- An open forum for researchers digging-up ancestral roots in Georgia!
- Devon genealogy
- A group for anyone with an interest in the English county of Devon. It will be a place where we can share news, links, research interests and problems.
- Second Life Genealogists
- A group of genealogists who enjoy getting together in Second Life for real-time online discussions.
- Look-Up Angel Volunteers
- This is a group for people who are willing to do look-ups of records , or newspapers in their area. The group is also for people needing look ups to find help FOR FREE ONLY
Here's my favorite link:
Historical Stats
The numbers at 7-10-09 4:40am CT:
Members: 1,273
Forums: 25
Groups: 329
Blog Posts: 60
Videos: 162
The numbers at 7-11-09 1:06pm CT
Members: 2,169
Forums: 42
Groups: 1,307
Blog Posts: 131
Videos: 170
The numbers at 7-15-09 6:47am CT
Members: 4,942
Forums: 76
Groups: 2,340
Blog Posts: 224
Videos: 224
What They're Saying about GenealogyWise
- Legacy News: A Year in Review - Legacy Family Tree in 2009
- This summer, after releasing the new book, Social Networking for Genealogists, we expanded our communication networks by joining Twitter and creating a Legacy Family Tree Fans group at the new social networking site, GenealogyWise.com. ...
- Eastman's Online Genealogy Newsletter: GenealogyWise.com Announced ...
- The following announcement was written by FamilyLink.com, Inc.: FamilyLink.com, Inc. Launches Genealogy Social Network Website GenealogyWise Open community-based website represents a new option for family history exploration and unique ...
- ScotGen: GenealogyWise - Facebook for Genealogists
- There are already a numerous number of genealogists and family historians using Facebook. At the moment GenealogyWise is in its infancy, so it is hard to say. There is the possibility that too many social networking sites can cause ...
- Gena's Genealogy: GenealogyWise Announcment
- GenealogyWise is an open network that allows anyone to join and create social groups within the genealogy-focused community. The innovative and easy-to-use platform opens the doors of social networking to millions around the world who ...
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- WriteResearch WriteResearch Jul 12, 2009 @ 4:16 pm
- Thanks for the great tip. Looks like a great site.
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