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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Libraries Revolutionizing Research
An article on how libraries are changing and helping with family tree research.
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Minnesota Genealogical Society (MGS)
Minnesota’s largest and most comprehensive organization for family history research.
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MNHS Genealogical Resources
The Minnesota Historical Society’s directory of family history links and records.
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Nord Pas-de-Calais Genealogy (France)
A website dedicated to genealogical information from the Nord Pas-de-Calais region of France.
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Nosorigines – Quebec/Acadian Genealogy
A massive community-driven database of Quebec and Acadian family trees.
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PRDH Database (University of Montreal)
The exhaustive reconstruction of the population of Quebec from the 17th century.
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Researching Family History from Ships
A guide to researching your family history through immigrant ship passenger lists.
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Timothy J. Kent Website
Official site of Timothy Kent featuring detailed fur trade and family history books.
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Allen County Public Library FC Guide
A pathfinder guide for researching French Canadian ancestors at the ACPL.
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Best DNA Tests for Ancestry (Mae Richards)
A research guide comparing the best DNA tests specifically for ancestry research.
Join the Journey
Our digital archives and research are made possible by people like you. Help us keep these records free and accessible for everyone exploring their Minnesota roots.
