HISTORY & CULTURE

Remember the Past • Understand Our Heritage • Inspire the Future

Our History

Every family has a history. Our history is carried through the names of our ancestors, clans, places, traditions, languages, photographs, stories and memories passed from one generation to another.

Know My Roots provides a place where families can document and preserve these memories for future generations.

Our Culture

Clan Identity

Learn about clan names, family identities and the traditions connected to them.

Family Stories

Preserve stories shared by parents, grandparents and elders.

Language

Preserve family names, expressions, praises and words that form part of our heritage.

Places

Record the villages, towns and places connected to our families.

Traditions

Document traditions and practices that families want future generations to remember.

Photographs & Documents

Preserve historical photographs, programmes, letters and other family records.

Share Your Family History

Family history becomes stronger when people contribute what they know. If you have an old photograph, story, document, family tradition or information about an ancestor, Know My Roots can help preserve it.

Did You Know?

A name can tell only part of a family's story. Family history can also include relationships, places, clan identity, oral history, photographs and memories.