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For anyone researching their British ancestors! Thus it is no surprise that the members of ISB live all over North America and overseas.

The International Society for British Genealogy and Family History has been around a long time – longer than it takes to say the full name. Many of us who have been involved for years talk about “ISB” not only for convenience, but because the nickname suggests what the organization is—small, practical and friendly. ISB got started in 1979 due to the efforts of several people who saw the need for an organization that would help genealogists tracing the origins of their British Isle emigrant ancestors. Back issues of the journal, now called British Connections, show the efforts made to offer practical assistance and the best advice. There are contributions from noted genealogists such as Paul Smart, Susan Lumas, Stella Colwell, Rosemary Bigwood, Jean Cole and Iain Swinnerton. Topics are varied and many of the articles are as helpful today as they were when written. It is possible to track ISB’s efforts to reach out to members. In the beginning when books published in the UK were difficult to find, ISB sold books. First mention of e-mail appeared in an issue of 1996 and it was not long before the organization had an e-mail address, and eventually a website. The Society continues to evolve but it retains its original purpose. ISB is here to help members overcome the challenges of researching British Isles roots from a distance.

09/29/2025

ONE WEEK TO GO!!!

If you are thinking about BI2025, now is the time to register and prepare for our week long event British Institute! Paul Milner is presenting a virtual event called English Research: The Fundamentals and Beyond. You are not going to want to miss this... (HINT: They syllabus is 250 pages long!!!)

Visit us at www.isbgfh.com for more details. Hope to see you there!

In the appropriately-named episode titled “Ask me anything with Paul Milner” host Jen Baldwin opens the doors to questions from the attendees, and Paul demonstrates his experience and knowledge of English research as he expertly answers questions from the audience.

09/20/2025

It is almost time for the International Society for British Genealogy and Family History (ISBGFH) British Institute 2025! Visit www.ISBGFH.com for more information! Hope to see you there!

09/11/2025

Do you have Welsh ancestry? Join the 2025 British Institute, English Research: The Basics and Beyond by Paul Milner.

Wait! Welsh ancestry and English Research? Yes, you read that right.

During his lessons, Paul will discuss where England and Wales have records in common places.

Equally helpful in your search, he will note where the English and Welsh record-keeping is different.

Interested?

Please register at for the 2025 British Institute at

Our British Institute 2025 English Research: The Basics and Beyond instructor, Paul Milner, was featured on a recent video “Ask me anything with Paul Milner.”

09/02/2025

A video you may be interested in watching! Paul will be speaking for our British Institute in October!

Join Jen Baldwin, Research Specialist at Findmypast, for a special live conversation with Paul Milner, professional genealogist and globally recognized UK ex...

08/14/2025

REMINDER:
Our 2025 British Institute “English Research: The Fundamentals and Beyond” features a 20-minute one-on-one consultation with our expert presenter Paul Milner during the week of October 6-10. Ask him about your English research challenges, such as a “Brick Wall” that may be holding up your research, and he will be ready, willing and able to give you some suggestions and guidance that will help you get rolling again.

The Consultation is included for those who register for the virtual course but is not available to those who choose to purchase the recordings only.

If you haven’t registered yet, please do so soon at https://isbgfh.com/bi/. Our Institute in October is just around the corner

If you have questions visit the British Institute FAQ page at https://isbgfh.com/british-institute-faqs . If you have questions not addressed you may contact Megan, our Education Director at InstituteDirectorISBGFH@gmail.com .

HINT:
Not yet a member? We've got you covered. Just purchase a membership and add the British Institute to your cart. The discounts will be applied at checkout.

If you can’t attend, you can register to get access to the recordings and syllabus course materials.

07/09/2025

By the way, Paul will be offering one-on-one consultations.

Interested? Are you ready to register? Questions?

Members of ISBGFH (HINT: join while registering) get a discounted price.

Go to isbgfh.com/bi to learn more, and hopefully to register to attend this informative event.

07/02/2025

IT’S NOT OVER UNTIL IT’S OVER

If you couldn’t join us at the Summer Institute, for whatever reason, we have an offer for you.

Recordings and syllabi are still available for purchase.

Watch the class recordings through 30 July 2025 and the syllabi, which are chock full of handy reference materials, are yours to keep.

Hint: Register for our British Institute at the same time and get a discount.

For a limited time, British Institute is 10% off for members who ALSO purchase Spring Institute. If you purchase a membership at the same time, the discount will be applied.

06/20/2025

REMINDER:
This weekend is the last chance to register for our Summer Institute. Members, receive a 10% discount for the British Institute purchased at the same time.

Not yet a member? We've got you covered. Just purchase a membership and add the Summer Institute and British Institute to your cart. The discounts will be applied at checkout.

For a limited time, British Institute is 10% off for members who ALSO purchase Spring Institute. If you purchase a membership at the same time, the discount will be applied.

06/18/2025

It’s not too late.

Really.

There’s still time to register for our Virtual Spring Institute, coming up on Monday, June 23.

Join us for a fascinating day filled with information on Caribbean Research!

HINT: whether you do join us, or for some reason you can’t, you will be able to watch the video of the class as many times as you like through 31 July, 2025.

Register here: https://isbgfh.com/si

Questions? Contact our Director InstituteDirectorISBGFH@gmail.com

06/06/2025

Due to an unfortunate combination of several factors, we have decided to change our 2025 British Institute from an In-Person format to a Virtual format.

We will offer two options for our British Institute; choose to attend five daily sessions in a “live” virtual format (Live Format) or choose to access videos of only the prerecorded lessons (Recordings Only.)

Please visit our webpage ISBGFH.COM/BI for more details

04/17/2025

Our Virtual Spring Institute is coming up in June, which will be sooner than you know

Don't miss the chance to experience a fascinating full day of information on Caribbean Research!

Register here: https://https://isbgfh.com/si

03/21/2025

We're thrilled to announce that Kathryn Lake Hogan has joined our lineup for this year's October British Institute. Her topic will be "Tracing Roots Across the Atlantic: Migration from Great Britain and Ireland to Canada." Visit our website for details and while you're there, register for British Institute. https://isbgfh.com/bi

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