Looks like Christmas is going to be a little different this year. As well as reduced households, many people are going to be doing their Christmas 2020 shopping via the internet – much more than any other year.
Every year, I suggest ideas for presents for the genealogist in your family or circle of friends. And perhaps, some of them have taken up ancestry searching while they’ve been furloughed.
So, if you’re looking for a unique gift for an experienced or beginner genealogist, there are plenty of ideas for genealogy gifts that will be very gratefully received.
Here are six ideas for genealogy gifts:
1. Genealogy Supplies. Whether it’s for the beginner or the advanced genealogist, there are many items that can be extremely useful for organising and displaying family trees and ancestral documents. I recommend that you head over to MyHistory.com where you will find all sorts of gift ideas, including stationery and software.
2. DNA Kits. Getting your DNA tested has become quite a popular part of the ancestral trail, and if your loved one has a limited budget for their genealogical searches, this may be something that they’ve not been able to spend money on. I would suggest either Ancestry or 23&Me to get the gift of DNA testing.
4. Genealogy Website Subscription. Genealogists need to use several websites to undertake their research, so why not buy a year’s subscription for one of the top genealogy websites so they don’t have to worry about it eating up their monthly budget? Try Ancestry or FindMyPast.
3. Genealogy Books. If you want to get someone started on their genealogical journey, there are plenty of books to choose from, whether it’s for the absolute beginner or the seasoned professional. Here’s a few ideas at Amazon.
4. Family History Themed Novels. Is your genealogy enthusiast also an avid reader? Why not kill two birds with one stone and buy them a novel or two with a family history theme? Please excuse the shameless plugging of my own family history novels here – but try these at Amazon!
Out of Time – A chance meeting leads to a journey through several generations of women
Legacies – A mysterious key leads to some ancestral research – and a race against time
5. Family History Courses. Again, apologies for the plugging of my own products, but if you’ve got someone in your family or friends list who’d be interested in finding out how to carry out their own research in the UK, then my Genealogy Course for Beginners would be a great start. Or for the more experienced researcher, Researching Wills and Probate. (Other courses are available 😉)
Whatever your Christmas arrangements this year, may I wish you a good one – and please stay safe and well. Here’s looking at a better 2021!
