GenieBeth Genealogy Research

04/12/2026

I was nominated for the state genealogist of the year award.
I was the runner up, but the winner was very deserving. She's been doing genealogy since 1977 or before, when I was but a child.

01/18/2026

Long time since my last post, but I have booked another speaking engagement. I will be speaking in March in Columbus, Nebraska.
Some details available here:

Do you ever wonder about family members who came before you? Their place in history, personal stories, family connections and relationships? Or maybe you have been intrigued by an unearthed family skeleton or secret? This one-day genealogy conference is designed for those at the beginning of their j...

09/10/2024

In about one more month, I should be able to book the occasional speaking presentation.

03/22/2024

Unfortunately, due to a health concern, I am not speaking nor taking clients for many months.

01/12/2024

My presentation tomorrow in Ponca is postponed.
I will be giving "Beginning Genealogy" in Hebron on February 10th at 2 PM at the library.

10/12/2023

I'm speaking on "Nebraska Genealogy" at the Columbus Library at 2 PM on Saturday. Look forward to seeing several familiar faces!

04/21/2023

Totally got my name wrong, I guess he got the wrong bird. I will be speaking in Columbus next Saturday.

From a baby book to walks in cemeteries and owning a newspaper, Beth Swallow has been involved with genealogy and family histories for almost 20 years. On April 29, she

08/28/2022

I'll be speaking in Hastings on September 24, in Columbus on October 4 and in McCook on October 22, and virtually to a society in Washington January 2023. Come see me. I'll try to post presentation titles and times closer to each one.

12/05/2021

Blog post: holidays &

The holidays are upon us. We could discuss family traditions, family history gifts or traditional holiday recipes. Here are some ideas: ...

11/12/2021

Unfortunately, I won't be taking any new clients for a while. I have one to finish up, and then I will be busy with other commitments.
I am still willing to give presentations, evenings or weekends, in person locally or virtual.

10/28/2021

Tomorrow is my last day digitizing at the local courthouse. So I will have more time for genealogy (family history) and writing my book next week.