Uncovering Your Records Initiative
The National Archives is hosting its annual Know Your Records 2025 Genealogy Series, a free, educational event broadcast live on YouTube. This event offers family history research tools using U.S. federal records for all skill levels, without the need for reservations.
The exact schedule for the 2025 event isn't explicitly provided, but you can find the current year's schedule and event details on the National Archives' Know Your Records program page. Previous years have seen multiple sessions focused on federal genealogy research resources.
Following the live premiere, all videos and presentation materials remain accessible on the National Archives' YouTube channel and are organized into playlists. These playlists cover a wide range of topics, including African American Records, Arts & Culture, America's Founding Documents, Events, Centennials & Holidays, Federal Government, Genealogy, People, Places, Science & Technology and Transportation, U.S. Veterans, Civilian Service, Native American Records, and Preserving Family Records.
For instance, a recent example is the "Genealogical Treasures in the National Archives" video from July 2025, which delves into the wealth of records available from various National Archives facilities.
To stay updated on the schedule and access playlists for both current and past events, visit the National Archives' Know Your Records program webpage and their YouTube channel dedicated to these genealogy sessions.
During the YouTube premiere, you can participate by logging into YouTube and typing comments into the chat section. Captions are available during the video by selecting the CC icon, and for alternative or additional accommodations, you can email the Know Your Records program coordinator at [email protected]. Transcripts are also available upon request to the same email address.
The National Archives invites feedback on their services through an Event Evaluation Form. If you have examples of how records have been used by individuals to produce books, articles, documentaries, and other publications, feel free to share them with [email protected].
For more research answers, you can visit History Hub. Join thousands of family historians from around the world in this exciting learning journey. Start exploring the National Archives' Know Your Records 2025 Genealogy Series today!
- The National Archives' Know Your Records program provides various online education opportunities for individuals interested in self-development and education-and-self-development, such as the annual Genealogy Series and numerous playlists covering topics like genealogy, federal government, and African American Records.
- To enhance your learning experience and expand your understanding of historical records, participate in live YouTube premieres of the National Archives' Genealogy Series events, where you can ask questions in the chat section, access closed captions, and request transcripts or accommodations by emailing [email protected].
