Even an old bottle can lead to a trip down the rabbit hole – if it belonged to Abraham Lincoln.
Even reading letters to the president sometimes posed a challenge in Abraham Lincoln's White House
The ALPLM uses three classification systems for its books, which may seem confusing. However, there are reasons to use all three.
Lincoln's Lyceum Address is considered his first great speech. It is often misquoted today.
Genealogists often use newspapers for their research. In many cases, obituaries and death records are their most useful tool.
How you store family photos and documents makes a huge difference in how long they will last. Here are some tips for making wise choices.
Born in Mississippi, Willie Dixon came to Illinois to help transform the Blues.
From a one-story project to a thirteen-building complex, Jane Addams' Hull-House was a success in progressive reform that is still discussed today.
Simple names and dates in old records can sometimes shed light on fascinating stories, such as the life of Civil War veteran Albert Cashier.
The horrors of chemical warfare could have arrived decades earlier.