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Most family history periodicals publish transcriptions of local sources used in genealogical research. Information published in periodicals may include family histories, genealogies, historical background of the locality, maps, information about local records and archives, queries, census indexes, transcripts of family Bibles, church records, court records, cemetery records, land records, obituaries, wills, and more. Often published by genealogical or historical societies, they typically focus on the records of a particular county or region, while a few may specialize in records of a particular ethnic group or religion. Among the periodicals for [[Portal:Kentucky|Kentucky]] at the Family History Library are:


''Bluegrass Roots. 1973–''. Published by the Kentucky Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 153, Frankfort, KY 40602. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=976.9+B2b book 976.9 B2b].) This periodical covers the entire state. A table of contents for back issues, beginning in 1976, is available on the web site of the Kentucky Genealogical Society. A cumulative index to the periodical is:  
===Overview===
A periodical is a regularly published magazine, newsletter, or journal. Several valuable periodicals concerning Kentucky genealogical research exist. Many genealogical and historical societies publish magazines and newsletters. The articles in these periodicals often include the following:


Harney, Brian D. ''Cumulative Index to "Bluegrass Roots," 1973–1984''. 1st ed. Frankfort, KY: Kentucky Genealogical Society, 1985. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=976.9+B2b book 976.9 B2b] index.)
*Family genealogies and pedigrees
*Helpful articles on research methodology
*Transcripts or indexes of biographical sketches, censuses, church records, migration lists, military records, obituaries, wills, vital records, and more
*Historical background
*Current and historical maps
*Information about local and national records, archives, and services
*Interesting articles about social life and customs
*Book advertisements and book reviews
*Advertisements of professional researchers
*Queries or requests for information about specific ancestors that can help you contact other interested researchers


''The Bulletin. 1968–''. Published by the West- Central Kentucky Family Research Association, P.O. Box 1932, Owensboro, KY 42302. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=976.9+D25b book 976.9 D25b].) Information in this quarterly periodical focuses on 19 counties, from Union to Christian Counties on the west to Breckenridge and Allen Counties on the east.
===Periodicals===
Among the periodicals for Kentucky at the FamilySearch Library are:


''The East Kentuckian: A Journal of History and Genealogy. 1965–''. Harold, KY: Hall Printing, P.O. Box 24202, Lexington, KY 20524. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=976.9+B2e book 976.9 B2e].) Information in this periodical focuses on 40 counties lying east of a line, from Maysville to Monticello, Kentucky.  
*'''''Bluegrass Roots''''' 1973–. Published by the Kentucky Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 54704, Lexington, KY 40555-4704. {{FSC|102032|title-id|disp=FS Library Book 976.9 B2b}}. This periodical covers the entire state. The entire set of publications, from 1973-2021, is available to members in PDF file format on the website of the Kentucky Genealogical Society. The publication transitioned from a PDF to a members only blog in 2021.
*'''''The Bulletin''''' 1968–. Published by the West- Central Kentucky Family Research Association, P.O. Box 1932, Owensboro, KY 42302. {{FSC|57566|title-id|disp=FS Library Book 976.9 D25b}}. Information in this quarterly periodical focuses on 19 counties, from Union to Christian Counties on the west to Breckenridge and Allen Counties on the east.
*'''''The East Kentuckian: A Journal of History and Genealogy''''' 1965–. Harold, KY: Hall Printing, P.O. Box 24202, Lexington, KY 20524. {{FSC|37974|title-id|disp=FS Library Book 976.9 B2e}}. Information in this periodical focuses on 40 counties lying east of a line, from Maysville to Monticello, Kentucky.
*'''''The Filson Club History Quarterly''''' 1927–. Published by the Filson Club Historical Society, 1310 South Third Street, Louisville, KY 40208. {{FSC|243550|title-id|disp=FS Library Book 976.944 B2f}}. This journal publishes articles on the history of Kentucky. It also includes material on the Ohio Valley and the upper South as they relate to the state of Kentucky. Genealogy articles were reprinted in a book.
*'''''Kentucky Ancestors''''' 1965–. Published quarterly by the Kentucky Historical Society, 100 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY 40601. {{FSC|101985|title-id|disp=FS Library Book 976.9 B2ka}}; vols.1–7 on {{FSC|101985|item|disp=FS Library Films 924765–6}}. This periodical covers the entire state. It contains transcripts of court records, vital records, censuses, newspapers, journals, and research helps.
*'''''The Kentucky Genealogist''''' 1959–1986. Washington DC: Martha Porter Miller, 1959–1986. {{FSC|149488|title-id|disp=FS Library Book 976.9 B2kg.}} This periodical covers the entire state and contains abstracts of Bible, cemetery, census, probate, court, church, and military records. Each volume is indexed. It ceased publication in 1986.
*'''''Kentucky Pioneer Genealogy and Records: A Genealogical Journal Devoted to Kentucky''''' 1979–. Published by the Society of Kentucky Pioneers, 11129 Pleasantville Rd., Utica, KY 42376. {{FSC|98422|title-id|disp=FS Library Book 976.9 D25k}}. This quarterly includes a 1979 index and indexes in the last volume of each year. It contains research helps; book reviews; and abstracts of cemetery, Bible, tax, census, and other county records.
*'''''The Register of the Kentucky State Historical Society''''' 1902–. Published by the Kentucky Historical Society, 100 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY 40601. {{FSC|44086|title-id|disp=FS Library Book 976.9 B2k}}; on 28 FS Library {{FSC|44086|item|disp=FS Library Films}}, beginning with 169079. This periodical covers the entire state and includes a separate index for volumes 1 to 43. It contains articles on various aspects of Kentucky history and culture.
*'''''Traces of South Central Kentucky''''' 1982–. This is a continuation of '''''South Central Kentucky Historical and Genealogical Society Quarterly''''', which was published from 1974 to 1981. Published by the South Central Genealogical and Historical Society, P.O. Box 80, Glasgow, KY 12141. {{FSC|372334|title-id|disp=FS Library Book 976.9 B2s}}. This periodical presents genealogical and historical information from south central Kentucky counties centered by Barren County, Kentucky.
*'''''Western Kentucky Journal''''' 1994–. Newburgh, Indiana: B.J. Jerome, P.O. Box 325, Newburgh, IN 47629–0325. {{FSC|655281|title-id|disp=FS Library Book 976.9 D25j}}. The periodical contains records from 17 counties bounded on the east by a line between Henderson and Christian Counties.


''The Filson Club History Quarterly. 1927–''. Published by the Filson Club Historical Society, 1310 South Third Street, Louisville, KY 40208. (Familly History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=976.944+B2f book 976.944 B2f].) This journal publishes articles on the history of Kentucky. It also includes material on the Ohio Valley and the upper South as they relate to the state of Kentucky.
===Obtaining Periodicals===


''Kentucky Ancestors. 1965–''. Published quarterly by the Kentucky Historical Society, 100 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY 40601. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=976.9+B2ka book 976.9 B2ka]; vols.1–7 on[http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=101985&disp=Kentucky+ancestors%20%20&columns=*,0,0 films 924765–6].) This periodical covers the entire state. It contains transcripts of court records, vital records, censuses, newspapers, journals, and research helps.
Copies of periodicals are available from the local societies that publish them. Major archives with genealogical collections will have copies of many periodicals, particularly those representing the area they serve. The Periodical Source Index, or PERSI, is the largest subject index to genealogy and local history periodical articles in the world. PERSI is available online and is especially useful because it refers to countless items published in thousands of family history periodicals worldwide. Search PERSI:<br>
*'''[https://www.genealogycenter.info/persi/ PERiodical Source Index (PERSI)]''' at Allen County Public Library; index; More information: [[Periodical Source Index (PERSI)|Periodical Source Index (PERSI)]]<br>
Once you locate an article in a periodical, check the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] and regional or local libraries for available copies.
The FamilySearch Library has collected many periodicals, with some available in digital format and accessible online. Kentucky periodicals may be found in the FamilySearch Catalog with a Place and Subject search, as found here: [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results?count=20&placeId=363&query=%2Bplace%3A%22United%20States%2C%20Kentucky%22%20%2Bsubject%3APeriodicals Kentucky-Periodicals]. They can also be found by using:


''The Kentucky Genealogist. 1959–1986''. Washington DC: Martha Porter Miller, 1959–1986. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=976.9+B2kg book 976.9 B2kg.)] This periodical covers the entire state and contains abstracts of Bible, cemetery, census, probate, court, church, and military records. Each volume is indexed. It ceased publication in 1986.  
*'''Place''' Search of the country, state/province, and county
*'''Title''' Search of the periodical
*'''Keyword''' Search for the publishing society name.<br>


''Kentucky Pioneer Genealogy and Records: A Genealogical Journal Devoted to Kentucky. 1979–''. Published by the Society of Kentucky Pioneers, 11129 Pleasantville Rd., Utica, KY 42376. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=976.9+D25k book 976.9 D25k].) This quarterly includes a 1979 index and indexes in the last volume of each year. It contains research helps; book reviews; and abstracts of cemetery, Bible, tax, census, and other county records.  
Also find Periodical resources available at other libraries via [https://www.worldcat.org/ WorldCat]. As with the FamilySearch Catalog search, search WorldCat using society names, locality names, and periodical title names.
Learn more about how to search [[WorldCat Online Catalog|WorldCat]] and the [[FamilySearch Catalog]] on our Wiki pages.


''The Register of the Kentucky State Historical Society. 1902–''. Published by the Kentucky Historical Society, 100 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY 40601. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=976.9+B2k book 976.9 B2k]; on 28 FHL [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=44086&disp=The+Register+of+the+Kentucky+Historical+%20%20&columns=*,0,0 films, beginning with 169079].) This periodical covers the entire state and includes a separate index for volumes 1 to 43. It contains articles on various aspects of Kentucky history and culture.
[[Category:Kentucky, United States|Periodicals]]
 
''Traces of South Central Kentucky. 1982–''. Published by the South Central Genealogical and Historical Society, P.O. Box 80, Glasgow, KY 12141. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=976.9+B2s book 976.9 B2s].) This is a continuation of South Central Kentucky Historical and Genealogical Society Quarterly, which was published from 1974 to 1981. This periodical presents genealogical and historical information from south central Kentucky counties centered by Barren County, Kentucky.
 
''Western Kentucky Journal. 1994–''. Newburgh, Indiana: B.J. Jerome, P.O. Box 325, Newburgh, IN 47629–0325. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=976.9+D25j book 976.9 D25j.)] The periodical contains records from 17 counties bounded on the east by a line between Henderson and Christian Counties. A table of contents for back issues, beginning in 1976, is available on the Western Kentucky Journal web site at http://pw1.netcom.com/~cpalmer/wkj/wkj3.htm.
 
'''Indexes'''. Some of the periodicals listed above have annual indexes in the final issue for the year.
 
A comprehensive name index to a number of Kentucky genealogical journals is:
 
Trapp, Glenda K. ''Kentucky Genealogical Index: An Every Name Index to "Kentucky Ancestors," "Kentucky Genealogist," "Kentucky Pioneer Genealogy &amp; Record," and "The East Kentuckian," all Issues through 1980''. Evansville, Indiana: Cook Publications, 1985. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=226319&disp=Kentucky+genealogical+index%20%20&columns=*,0,0 book 976.9 D22kg].) The library has volume 1 of this work.
 
For nationwide indexes to other family history periodicals, see the "Periodicals" section of the United States Research Outline (30972.) For nationwide indexes to some of these and other family history periodicals, see:
 
''Periodical Source Index (PERSI).'' 31+vols. Ft. Wayne, Indiana: Allen County Public Library Foundation, 1986–. (Family History Library [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=519852&disp=PERiodical+Source+Index+%281847%2D1985%2%20%20&columns=*,0,0 book 973D25per 1847–1985; fiche 6016863 [set of 40] [1847–1985]]; [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=539226&disp=PERiodical+Source+Index+annual+volumes%20%20&columns=*,0,0 book 973 D25per [1986–1997]; fiche 6016864 [set of 15] [1986–1990]].) This indexes over 1.1 million articles in over 5,000 English-language and French Canadian family history periodicals. For further instructions, see the Periodical Source Index on microfiche (PERSI). For easier-to-use, more complete computer editions of the index, see:
 
''Periodical Source Index CD-ROM''. Orem, Utah: Ancestry, and the Allen County Public Library Foundation, 1997. (Family History Library compact disc no.61.) This disc does not circulate to Family History Centers. It merges all 31+ volumes into one index.
 
''"Periodical Source Index Search."'' In Ancestry.com [Internet site]. [Orem, Utah]: Ancestry, 1999. Available at www.ancestry.com/ancestry/search/3165.htm. This online database is available only to Ancestry.com members for a subscription fee.
 
For more family history periodicals, study the Place Search of the Family History Library Catalog under:
 
KENTUCKY- PERIODICALS
 
KENTUCKY- GENEALOGY- PERIODICALS
 
KENTUCKY- SOCIETIES- PERIODICALS
 
KENTUCKY, [COUNTY]- PERIODICALS
 
KENTUCKY, [COUNTY]- GENEALOGY- PERIODICALS
 
KENTUCKY, [COUNTY]- SOCIETIES- PERIODICALS
 
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Overview[edit | edit source]

A periodical is a regularly published magazine, newsletter, or journal. Several valuable periodicals concerning Kentucky genealogical research exist. Many genealogical and historical societies publish magazines and newsletters. The articles in these periodicals often include the following:

  • Family genealogies and pedigrees
  • Helpful articles on research methodology
  • Transcripts or indexes of biographical sketches, censuses, church records, migration lists, military records, obituaries, wills, vital records, and more
  • Historical background
  • Current and historical maps
  • Information about local and national records, archives, and services
  • Interesting articles about social life and customs
  • Book advertisements and book reviews
  • Advertisements of professional researchers
  • Queries or requests for information about specific ancestors that can help you contact other interested researchers

Periodicals[edit | edit source]

Among the periodicals for Kentucky at the FamilySearch Library are:

  • Bluegrass Roots 1973–. Published by the Kentucky Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 54704, Lexington, KY 40555-4704. FS Library Book 976.9 B2b. This periodical covers the entire state. The entire set of publications, from 1973-2021, is available to members in PDF file format on the website of the Kentucky Genealogical Society. The publication transitioned from a PDF to a members only blog in 2021.
  • The Bulletin 1968–. Published by the West- Central Kentucky Family Research Association, P.O. Box 1932, Owensboro, KY 42302. FS Library Book 976.9 D25b. Information in this quarterly periodical focuses on 19 counties, from Union to Christian Counties on the west to Breckenridge and Allen Counties on the east.
  • The East Kentuckian: A Journal of History and Genealogy 1965–. Harold, KY: Hall Printing, P.O. Box 24202, Lexington, KY 20524. FS Library Book 976.9 B2e. Information in this periodical focuses on 40 counties lying east of a line, from Maysville to Monticello, Kentucky.
  • The Filson Club History Quarterly 1927–. Published by the Filson Club Historical Society, 1310 South Third Street, Louisville, KY 40208. FS Library Book 976.944 B2f. This journal publishes articles on the history of Kentucky. It also includes material on the Ohio Valley and the upper South as they relate to the state of Kentucky. Genealogy articles were reprinted in a book.
  • Kentucky Ancestors 1965–. Published quarterly by the Kentucky Historical Society, 100 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY 40601. FS Library Book 976.9 B2ka; vols.1–7 on FS Library Films 924765–6. This periodical covers the entire state. It contains transcripts of court records, vital records, censuses, newspapers, journals, and research helps.
  • The Kentucky Genealogist 1959–1986. Washington DC: Martha Porter Miller, 1959–1986. FS Library Book 976.9 B2kg. This periodical covers the entire state and contains abstracts of Bible, cemetery, census, probate, court, church, and military records. Each volume is indexed. It ceased publication in 1986.
  • Kentucky Pioneer Genealogy and Records: A Genealogical Journal Devoted to Kentucky 1979–. Published by the Society of Kentucky Pioneers, 11129 Pleasantville Rd., Utica, KY 42376. FS Library Book 976.9 D25k. This quarterly includes a 1979 index and indexes in the last volume of each year. It contains research helps; book reviews; and abstracts of cemetery, Bible, tax, census, and other county records.
  • The Register of the Kentucky State Historical Society 1902–. Published by the Kentucky Historical Society, 100 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY 40601. FS Library Book 976.9 B2k; on 28 FS Library FS Library Films, beginning with 169079. This periodical covers the entire state and includes a separate index for volumes 1 to 43. It contains articles on various aspects of Kentucky history and culture.
  • Traces of South Central Kentucky 1982–. This is a continuation of South Central Kentucky Historical and Genealogical Society Quarterly, which was published from 1974 to 1981. Published by the South Central Genealogical and Historical Society, P.O. Box 80, Glasgow, KY 12141. FS Library Book 976.9 B2s. This periodical presents genealogical and historical information from south central Kentucky counties centered by Barren County, Kentucky.
  • Western Kentucky Journal 1994–. Newburgh, Indiana: B.J. Jerome, P.O. Box 325, Newburgh, IN 47629–0325. FS Library Book 976.9 D25j. The periodical contains records from 17 counties bounded on the east by a line between Henderson and Christian Counties.

Obtaining Periodicals[edit | edit source]

Copies of periodicals are available from the local societies that publish them. Major archives with genealogical collections will have copies of many periodicals, particularly those representing the area they serve. The Periodical Source Index, or PERSI, is the largest subject index to genealogy and local history periodical articles in the world. PERSI is available online and is especially useful because it refers to countless items published in thousands of family history periodicals worldwide. Search PERSI:

Once you locate an article in a periodical, check the FamilySearch Catalog and regional or local libraries for available copies. The FamilySearch Library has collected many periodicals, with some available in digital format and accessible online. Kentucky periodicals may be found in the FamilySearch Catalog with a Place and Subject search, as found here: Kentucky-Periodicals. They can also be found by using:

  • Place Search of the country, state/province, and county
  • Title Search of the periodical
  • Keyword Search for the publishing society name.

Also find Periodical resources available at other libraries via WorldCat. As with the FamilySearch Catalog search, search WorldCat using society names, locality names, and periodical title names. Learn more about how to search WorldCat and the FamilySearch Catalog on our Wiki pages.

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