USGenWeb Project |
About the USGenWeb Project |
In March and April 1996, a group of genealogists organized the Kentucky Comprehensive Genealogy Database. The idea was to provide a single entry point for all counties in Kentucky where collected databases would be stored. In addition, the databases would be indexed and cross-linked so that even if an individual were found in more than one county, they could be located in the index. At the same time, volunteers were found who were willing to coordinate the collection of databases and generally oversee the contents of the webpage. Thus, the US GenWeb Project evolved and has developed into not only a US project, but now an international one. For the first time, the USGenWeb has a host for every state and a host for every county in each state providing postings of queries, surnames, state/county histories, maps, family reunion information, and the list goes on.
USGenWeb Archives |
The US GenWeb Project database archives began as the result of a group of people deciding that it was "time to do something" on the Internet about genealogical research - something beyond making a connection with others working on the same surname. It was time to get those valuable documents ONLINE - freely accessible to anyone with a computer and a modem. Volunteers were recruited to either donate their existing transcribed documents or to actually commit to transcribing data. The data is now being published online. More information is needed to expand the resouces available for genealogists on the Internet -- cemetery listings, census information, family histories, extracted vital records, etc. -- as long as it's in ascii text format. No GEDCOMS allowed please (archiver's preference for his generosity). For more information, contact Linda Russell Lewis, USGenWeb Archives Coordinator.
You can access the USGenWeb Archives by:
FTP Access (for direct anonymous ftp access).
Search Option (by state).
Guidelines (what's needed, what's acceptable, and what isn't).
US Census Project |
The US Census Transcription Project was established in February 1997 to transcribe all of the Federal census records and the posting of that information to the Internet. This project has been expanded to include ALL census data. The transcribed census records will then be placed in each State's files of the US GenWeb Archives. You can help with this project by volunteering to do census retrieval, be a census transcriber, or be a record checker. The CART (Census Abstract Retrieval Tool) database program will be provided for each volunteer depending on the year you sign up for and your operating system (i.e., Windows, Mac, or UNIX). For more information contact Kay Mason, Census On-Line Project Coordinator.
Tombstone Transcription Project |
The Tombstone Transcription Project consists of volunteers who survey cemeteries, transcribe tombstone inscriptions, and archive the data, making it accessible to anyone. These tombstone inscriptions need to be recorded now -- before they are lost forever to the winds and the rains. Many of these stones are becoming difficult to read and some have already gotten so faint that deciphering them is next to impossible. You can participate in this project, even if you live thousands of miles from the graves of your ancestors. Visit the online registry and volunteer to help with this very important endeavor. For more information contact Sue Baker, National Tombstone Project Coordinator, or Tina Vickery, Maine Tombstone Project Coordinator.
Lineage Project |
The Lineage Project provides a place to list researchers who are looking for descendants of one particular ancestor who must have lived in the US at one time. This ancestor is either the earliest known or the original immigrant. Links include the ancestor's name, location, dates, an email link to the researcher, and the researcher's webpage on the family (if there is one). For more information contact Sam Sneed, Lineage Project Coordinator.
The Kidz Project |
The Kidz Project has become one of the most "fun" sites to visit. This is the place to go if you're "a kid" (and aren't we all kids at heart?) and want to know more about genealogy, links, and resources. For more information, contact Jan Bawden or Dee Pavey, Kidz Project Coordinators.
The World GenWeb Archives Project |
The The World GenWeb Archives Project began as the result of a group of individuals deciding that it was time to provide world-wide genealogical online files. This project is based on the USGenWeb Archives Project. For more information contact Nathan Zipfel, World GenWeb Archives Project Coordinator.
The World GenWeb Archives are organized by the corresponding World GenWeb Regions. The following regions currently have files online:
Caribbean GenWeb Archives
Mediterranean GenWeb Archives
South American GenWeb Archives
UK GenWeb Archives
Military Records Project |
The Military Records Project did not begin as a US GenWeb Project, but has evolved into one so closely associated with the US GenWeb that it has now become one of great importance. The goal of this project, maintained by The United States Internet Genealogical Society (USIGS), is to help make available to the public documents that could only be obtained by visiting courthouses and archives. This website provides access to a rapidly growing amount of U.S. genealogical and historical data online and promotes genealogical efforts and research in the areas of news and events affecting genealogy and links to pertinent information, software, and projects. For more information contact Webmaster, USIGS.
About the Maine USGenWeb |
The Maine USGenWeb Project is a member of The US GenWeb Project. The State of Maine is comprised of 15 counties, all of which have volunteer hosts to provide you with information and assistance. In addition, many of the counties are subdivided into cities and/or townships with volunteer hosts. On these pages you will find a varied amount of information, resource links, online databases, etc. - all designed to inform and assist you in your quest for genealogical knowledge. For more information, contact David C. Young, Maine GenWeb Project Coordinator.
Androscoggin | Oxford |
Aroostook | Penobscot |
Cumberland | Piscataquis |
Franklin | Somerset |
Hancock | Waldo |
Kennebec | Washington |
Knox | York |
Lincoln |
To expand the resouces available for genealogists seeking informaton on Sagadahoc County, we need more volunteers to transcribe and/or submit documents, books, vital records, etc. for posting. The Maine USGenWeb Archives files pertaining to Sagadahoc County that have been posted include:
There are eight (8) files currently listed on the Maine USGenWeb Archives directly related to Sagadahoc Co. These files may be accessed via the Sagadahoc Co, ME Archives site or you can access each file directly via the links provided below.
On 22 Mar 2000, two (2) files of cemetery data were uploaded to the Maine Archives for Sagadahoc County by Karen Ray. Both are for Phippsburg and are well worth a visit. If these files help you in your research, you might want to send her a note of appreciation. Thank you, Karen!
Small Cemetery | Hutchins-Small Cemetery |
On 11 Aug 1998, seven (7) files were uploaded to the Kennebec Co, ME archives by Tina Vickery. These files represent portions of the book, "The Kennebec Valley," by S. H. Whitney (1887); two chapters remain to be completed (Sources of Land Title in the Kennebec Valley and Somerset County). This book is a great resource for those researching settlers along the Kennebec River. You may access these files either from the Kennebec County website or from the ftp directories listed below. Thank you, Tina. Subsequent to this posting, Tina has uploaded the final two portions of the book and their links have been incorporated below.
Preface | The Kennebec Indian |
The Kennebec River | Sources of Land Titles in the Kennebec Valley |
Sagadahoc County | Kennebec County |
Arnold in the Kennebec Valley | Somerset County |
Dresden | Casco Bay |
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