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HAVE YOU MADE AN IMPORTANT DISCOVERY THROUGH US?
Do you have news of a discovery to share with the Ancestors of Paradise community? If you’ve uncovered an important piece of your family history through the resources we share here on our site, we would love to hear from you! Maybe it was an important birth or marriage record for a grandparent, a census record, or ship passenger list that unlocked a family history long forgotten.
Share the story of your research journey with Ancestors of Paradise so that the rich stories of our Caribbean ancestors no longer go untold!
THE BAHAMAS
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Bahamas” in the search box to see historic images.
ROGER-VIOLLET
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
BARBADOS
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Barbados” in the search box to see historic images.
ROGER-VIOLLET
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
BELIZE
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Belize” in the search box to see historic images.
BERMUDA
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Bermuda” in the search box to see historic images.
ROGER-VIOLLET
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
CARIBBEAN CHATTEL SLAVERY
Ashley Everson, a managing editor of Global Black Thought (the official journal of AAIHS), interviews Robert Schwaller about his new article, “Free Black Community in Sixteenth Century Panama: Communal Mobilization against Tribute.” In 1575, free Black residents of Panama, identifying as negros and mulatos, protested the imposition of tribute on people of African descent. Their protest generated a casefile that recorded their unique, collective legal arguments for exemption from tribute. The case also included the tribute rolls documenting over three hundred free people of African descent in the region. The article analyzes this rich case to illustrate the collective efforts of Panama’s Black community to resist the imposition of tribute and to highlight the social and economic diversity of this community’s members. Because of their collective efforts, the Black community of Panama created one of the richest historical sources for understanding Black life in late sixteenth century Spanish America.
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU FIND ENSLAVERS IN YOUR FAMILY TREE | FAMILY TREE MAGAZINE
Finding the records of the enslaved within our documents can be so emotional, but we can do something to help others and come together to unite families. Below are some tips for presenting this information with care.
EXPLORE ALL RESEARCH RESOURCES FOR CARIBBEAN CHATTEL SLAVERY >>>
CARIBBEAN DIASPORA
AFRO CARIBBEAN CULTURAL CENTER
The Afro Caribbean Cultural Center (ACCC) is a vibrant home for Caribbean Taino and afro-descendent cultures, in Connecticut. Our Center without walls philosophy means we will perform our work in spaces (art and cultural institutions) that already exist.
A multi-disciplinary center, ACCC integrates the arts, education, activism, and conscious cultural tourism to foster social transformation. We document and present the creative genius of African Diaspora cultures; prepare the next generation of cultural leaders; and unite Diaspora communities.
ACCC carries out its mission through public art exhibitions, performances, educational programs, workshops, conferences, and international exchanges. Our goal is focused on reaching the Afro-Latinx diaspora of the region/state.
LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES CANADA
Library and Archives Canada (LAC) helps Canadians gain a better understanding of who they are. It serves as the continuing memory of the federal government and its institutions and as the guardian of Canada’s distant past and recent history.
CARIBBEAN FEMALE ANCESTORS
FINDING FEMALE ANCESTORS: COMMON BRICK WALLS AND HOW TO SOLVE THEM | FAMILY TREE MAGAZINE
References to only “Mrs. [Husband’s Name]” are just one of many challenges that genealogists face when tracing women. Contemporary laws impacted women’s ability to own property, vote, and partake in the legal and political systems (including as citizens). That means many women were almost invisible in the eyes of the law—and invisible in genealogy records.
WHAT IS MY ANCESTOR’S MAIDEN NAME? 5 TIPS FOR FINDING OUT | FAMILY TREE MAGAZINE
Researching your female ancestors can often come with a variety of unique challenges. Women generally took their husbands’ last names. When photographed, women were generally listed under their married name, or not at all. Here are some helpful hints to help you discover your female ancestors’ maiden names.
EXPLORE ALL RESEARCH RESOURCES FOR CARIBBEAN FEMALE ANCESTORS >>>
CARIBBEAN GENETIC GENEALOGY
INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF GENETIC GENEALOGY (ISOGG)
The International Society of Genetic Genealogy (ISOGG) was founded in 2005 by DNA project administrators who shared a common vision: the promotion and education of genetic genealogy. Our mission is to advocate for and educate about the use of genetics as a tool for genealogical research, and to promote a supportive network for genetic genealogists.
EXPLORE ALL RESEARCH RESOURCES FOR CARIBBEAN GENETIC GENEALOGY >>>
CUBA
Our Havana Music Tours are the most in-depth and immersive cultural tours, the best tours of Cuba you can find. They are for the person who wants to experience the best music. We believe that the music in Cuba is created by some of the greatest musicians in the entire world.
We are professional musicians and have deep relationships within the Havana music scene. We know what musical events are the best, and we can explain the music better than any other tour agency or typical tour guide. No matter how long or short your travel to Cuba or the language you speak, we have an option.
HISTORYPIN | CUBA
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Cuba” in the search box to see historic images.
ROGER-VIOLLET
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
CURAÇAO
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
HISTORYPIN | DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Dominican Republic” in the search box to see historic images.
ROGER-VIOLLET
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
EXPLORE ALL RESEARCH RESOURCES FOR THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC >>>
FRENCH GUIANA
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
GRENADA
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Grenada” in the search box to see historic images.
ROGER-VIOLLET
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
GUADELOUPE
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
GUYANA
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Guyana” in the search box to see historic images.
HAITI
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Haiti” in the search box to see historic images.
ROGER-VIOLLET
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
JAMAICA
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Jamaica” in the search box to see historic images.
ROGER-VIOLLET
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
MARTINIQUE
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Martinique” in the search box to see historic images.
ROGER-VIOLLET
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
MONTSERRAT
MOLYNEAUX/MOLYNEUX FAMILY FROM MONTSERRAT | FACEBOOK
We're coming to realize that there are a lot of Molyneaux's out there on different islands, in different states, different countries, and maybe even spelled differently - but if your Molyneaux traces back to Montserrat, we're family!
Join this group to ask questions, get answers, maybe answer people's questions, make connections, and "meet your cousin!"
Invite all the Molyneaux's you know or anyone connected to the Molyneaux family!
MONTSERRAT GENEALOGY RESEARCH COMMUNITY | FACEBOOK
Welcome to the Montserrat Genealogy Research Community!
Our group exists to give people researching Montserratian ancestry a place to ask questions, collaborate, and share research with one another. We do not offer research services, but we will share knowledge and tips.
MONTSERRAT-GREENAWAY FAMILY | FACEBOOK
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PANAMA
Ashley Everson, a managing editor of Global Black Thought (the official journal of AAIHS), interviews Robert Schwaller about his new article, “Free Black Community in Sixteenth Century Panama: Communal Mobilization against Tribute.” In 1575, free Black residents of Panama, identifying as negros and mulatos, protested the imposition of tribute on people of African descent. Their protest generated a casefile that recorded their unique, collective legal arguments for exemption from tribute. The case also included the tribute rolls documenting over three hundred free people of African descent in the region. The article analyzes this rich case to illustrate the collective efforts of Panama’s Black community to resist the imposition of tribute and to highlight the social and economic diversity of this community’s members. Because of their collective efforts, the Black community of Panama created one of the richest historical sources for understanding Black life in late sixteenth century Spanish America.
HISTORYPIN | PANAMA
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Panama” in the search box to see historic images.
ROGER-VIOLLET
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
PUERTO RICO
AFRO CARIBBEAN CULTURAL CENTER
The Afro Caribbean Cultural Center (ACCC) is a vibrant home for Caribbean Taino and afro-descendent cultures, in Connecticut. Our Center without walls philosophy means we will perform our work in spaces (art and cultural institutions) that already exist.
A multi-disciplinary center, ACCC integrates the arts, education, activism, and conscious cultural tourism to foster social transformation. We document and present the creative genius of African Diaspora cultures; prepare the next generation of cultural leaders; and unite Diaspora communities.
ACCC carries out its mission through public art exhibitions, performances, educational programs, workshops, conferences, and international exchanges. Our goal is focused on reaching the Afro-Latinx diaspora of the region/state.
HISTORYPIN | PUERTO RICO
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Puerto Rico” in the search box to see historic images.
SABA
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
SAINT BARTHÉLEMY
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
SAINT CROIX
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Saint Croix” in the search box to see historic images.
SAINT LUCIA
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Saint Lucia” in the search box to see historic images.
SAINT THOMAS
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Saint Thomas” in the search box to see historic images.
SURINAME
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
HISTORYPIN | TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Trinidad and Tobago” in the search box to see historic images.
VENEZUELA
Historypin is a place for people to share photos and stories, telling the histories of their local communities. Type “Venezuela” in the search box to see historic images.
ROGER-VIOLLET
The Roger-Viollet agency, founded in 1938, has a unique collection of 6 million images covering 150 years of history, now managed by the City of Paris.
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