Discover Your Irish Heritage
At this site, you’ll learn tips for how to find the records of your Irish immigrant ancestors, and then trace them back to their homes in Ireland and/or Northern Ireland.
In some cases, I can help you find your modern-day cousins in Ireland and abroad, as well.
Would you like to become an Irish citizen?
If any of your grandparents were born in Ireland, I can show you how to find the records you’ll need to claim Irish citizenship. (I helped my American-born mother do that, and – after a quick visit to the Irish Consulate in Boston, Massachusetts, she had her Irish passport.)
There are other ways to become an Irish citizen. Click here to learn more at Ireland’s citizenship page.
Did your Irish ancestors own a castle?
In the 12th century, when the Normans invaded Ireland, they built castles.
Lots and lots of castles, perhaps as many as 30,000 of them.
Sure, most are in poor condition or even ruins.
Some have been maintained through the centuries, and some have been restored.
Assuming your Irish roots go back far enough, there’s a 1 in 10 chance that – long ago – at least some of your ancestors lived in a castle… and you may be able to visit it.
Your Irish heritage awaits!
Let me help you explore the many resources that can connect you with your Irish lineage, offering insights into ancestry and family history.
Historical records you can access immediately, no matter where you are
You’ll find tips to access Irish census and parish records to trace your family tree. (Hint: Not all of them are in Ireland.)
I’ll also explain how to use American records, Canadian records, UK and Australian records, and ships’ passengers’ lists to document your ancestry.
Landmark discovery
You’ll learn how to uncover castles and historical sites tied to your ancestors’ legacy. With a 1:10 likelihood that there’s a castle in your family’s history, wouldn’t it be fun to discover where that castle was, and how to visit it?
Expert consultation
Receive personalized guidance to unravel your family history. If you’re hoping to establish Irish citizenship by birthright, I may be able to help you find the records you’ll need.
Heritage mapping
Would you like to visualize your ancestors’ journey with detailed maps of their origins? You can do that. I’ll show you how.