The French-American Heritage Foundation (FAHF) believes that every family history is a vital thread in the fabric of Minnesota’s story. While we are not a genealogical society, we provide the resources and historical context you need to uncover your French and French-Canadian roots.
Search the Collection
Use the library below to explore our inventory of historical articles, family genealogies, maps, songs, and FAHF publications and materials.
Filter by category or use the search bar to find specific names, locations, or documents.
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Paquins in America
A history of Paquin families in North America from 1672 to 1976.
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Phantoms of the French Fur Trade
Detailed historical books regarding early French-Canadian life by Timothy J. Kent.
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Proulx Book
Descendants of Albert Proulx and Leda Perreault (born in Quebec, died in Argyle, MN).
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Roy-Collette Bio Dictionary
Biographical dictionary of 400 ancestors who immigrated between 1617 and 1758.
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Voyageur Heritage Press
Resource guide for books on French-Canadian and French-Métis cultures.
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Côté Family History
Research guide for descendants of Jean Côté and Anne Martin (Bilingual).
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Descheneaux Book Catalogue
A catalog of 250 rare books on Canadian and Quebec history available for purchase.
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L’Etoile Du Nord
Notes on the French influence throughout the history of Minnesota.
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Lemire (LeMire) Family
Over 300 pages of Lemire family history in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
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Little Canada’s First Settlers
Pedigree charts for 75 original settlers of Little Canada, MN.
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