Genealogy Research Log in Notion

Keep Your Genealogy Research Log in Notion

Your genealogy research log is one of the most important parts of doing family history research. Make it fun and functional by using Notion.

What's Included?

You receive a Notion template you can duplicate to your own Notion workspace. The template includes example records you can see how it works. Delete the example records once you have viewed them and add your own records.

You can enter the following information on each item in your genealogy research log:

• Record name
• Focus person or event
• Record category (Pre-filled with ten suggestions)
• Search purpose
• URL link
• Search status
• Search results
• Citation
• Check boxes for copies of records on paper, digitally, or in family trees

Multiple views of the genealogy research log are also included: View by Person in Expandable Groups, View by Search Status in a Kanban Board, and View all Entries

FAQs

Why should I use Notion, rather than something else?

Notion allows you to attach document images easily and add as much text as you want about each record. You can also easily adjust it to fit your personal needs. You can also export your Notion entries into GoogleSheets or a pdf file to save everything.

How do I get my Genealogy Research Log?

After purchase, you'll receive a link to duplicate the Genealogy Research Log template into your Notion app. If you're new to Notion, don't worry. There is a video and directions to help you get started.

Do I need to pay for Notion to use this?

No, this works with the free version of Notion.

Still have questions?

Please email hello@paancestors.com with any questions. I'll be more than happy to help!

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