Family History in Kansas City

The Dominican Republic A Caribbean Island, called Hispaniola is where Haiti and the Dominican Republic are located. The food, parades, and monuments there are only a few of the many things that contribute to the wonderful culture there. Fried Plantains(top left), La Plaza de la Bandera (bottom left), Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración (top right), La Carnaval (bottom right).

Do you ever struggle with journaling?! Don't worry, you're not alone! To help you out, we got some insights from someone who has come to love journaling! It will not only helps us as we look back, but it will help our friends and family for generations! What has helped you journal?

Hi my name is Caden Burkett and this is my great Grandfather. I don't have any memories of him because he past away many years before I was born; however, his legacy lives on in the stories that have been told of him. I've grown up listening to my mom and grandma tell me these stories. They say I give almost as good of hugs as he once did. And the older I get the more they say I look like him. What are your thoughts do we look alike? #MemoryMonday #DiscoverYourRoots #KCFamilyHistory

Families can be together forever. What does that mean to you? Comment below #familyhistory #family #familyhistoryinkc

Here are some basic questions that Family Search answers! What questions have you found answers to through Family Search? #FamilyHistoryinKC #welovefamilyhistory

Families are a huge blessing and help us during challenging times. How has your family been a blessing to you?

Hi, I'm Elder Heaton! This is my 4th great grandfather Anson Call. To hear some of his stories visit: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org//anson-call-man-of-act To discover the stories of your own ancestors visit: familysearch.org and message us!

WORLD CULTURE WEDNESDAY! Learn more about how the Japanese traditionally view the family! What family traditions do you have? #KCFamilyHistory #discoveryourroots... #worldculturewednesday See more

One important aspect of family history work is YOUR stories. On familysearch.org go to record my story to answer fun and thoughtful questions about your life for your descendants to see!

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Happy Day of the Dead! My family is everything for me. Today I am especially grateful for my ancestors because thanks to them I am here today. Hearing their inspiring, funny and kind of crazy stories fills me with motivation to live life to the fullest. Their stories inspire me to embrace my culture and the legacy they have left. Feliz Dia de los Muertos! ... Mi familia lo es todo para mí! Especialmente el día de hoy estoy agradecida por mis ancestros ya que gracias a ellos estoy aquí. El escuchar sus historias inspiradoras, graciosas y un poco locas me llenan motivación de vivir la vida al máximo. Sus historias me inspiran a abrazar mi cultura y el legado que ellos han dejado. See more

Many years ago, genealogy work was an important way for us to remember our ancestors. Today, we continue to do the same! As we remember them, we show gratitude for them. How do you show gratitude for your ancestors? Below is a quote from Harry Swenson on behalf of his brother, James Swenson.