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Genealogical, historical, lineage, veteran, and ethnic societies often collect, transcribe, and publish information that can be helpful to genealogists. Lineage societies, such as the DAR, Colonial Dames, and the Sons of the American Revolution, require members to prove they are descended from people such as colonists or soldiers. National lineage societies such as the DAR are described in [[United States Societies|United States Societies]]. | Genealogical, historical, lineage, veteran, and ethnic societies often collect, transcribe, and publish information that can be helpful to genealogists. Lineage societies, such as the DAR, Colonial Dames, and the Sons of the American Revolution, require members to prove they are descended from people such as colonists or soldiers. National lineage societies such as the DAR are described in [[United States Societies|United States Societies]]. | ||
Genealogical and historical societies can provide historical information about families in the area or ancestors of society members. | Genealogical and historical societies can provide historical information about families in the area or ancestors of society members. | ||
Genealogical and historical societies occasionally publish transcriptions of original records. Most publish quarterly periodicals, a few of which are listed in [[Minnesota_Periodicals|Periodicals]]. Use the [[Periodical Source Index (PERSI)|Periodical Source Index (Persi)]] to find periodicals and articles for Minnesota localities. | |||
=== Minnesota Historical Society === | === Minnesota Historical Society === | ||