Welcome to The Family Dot Connector:
Where Your Family’s Story Comes to Life!
Are you ready to dig into your roots and connect the dots between generations?
Whether you're curious about your family history, fascinated by your ancestors' lives, or passionate about preserving stories for future generations—I'm here to help.
Specializing in New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Ireland
I’m Kerri Tannenbaum, a professional genealogist and researcher who works with people looking to learn more
about their family history. Like a detective, I investigate clues, connect the dots, and aim to solve a family mystery by providing new discoveries that bring ancestors’ stories to life.
I offer a full suite of genealogy services including:
Family Tree Creation
In-Depth Family History Research
Local Record Look-Ups (especially New York City and Long Island)
Cemetery Research and Photos
Research to Support Dual Citizenship and Lineage Society Applications
Coaching & Mentoring for Enthusiasts
Want to Learn More?
Schedule a free 30-minute consultation where we'll discuss your goals, review any existing information, and create a personalized plan.
You'll share what you already know, and together we'll determine if we're the right fit for what you're looking for.
Once we decide to work together, here’s how it works…
Research
My research is tailored to your goals—whether solving a family mystery, locating records, or uncovering new lineage discoveries.
Analysis
I'll dig into the details, connect the dots, and arrive at a conclusion to transform findings into a meaningful family narrative.
Report
You’ll receive a professionally written report complete with detailed citations, images of key documents, and a full list of sources used.
Why Hire a Genealogist?
There are countless reasons to
hire a professional genealogist.
I can help if you want to:
Start your genealogy journey but don’t know where to begin
Break through a stubborn research brick wall
Access hard-to-find records in specific locations
Locate ancestral graves and learn their stories
Gain guidance on your own research journey (I offer mentoring!)
Use DNA test results to find long-lost relatives
Find supporting documentation for a lineage society
Gather records needed for dual citizenship
With a commitment to excellence, I follow the Code of Ethics for the Association of Professional Genealogists (APG) and adhere to the Genealogy Standards set by the Board for Certification of Genealogists (BCG).
Uncover Your Family’s Story!
Simply put, genealogy is the study of families and tracing their lineages and history. It’s a unique blend of detective work, historical research, and storytelling that brings the past into vivid focus.
Ready to unearth your family’s legacy? Let’s get started!