Where Heritage Meets Story
You have the treasures—the unlabeled photos, the handwritten letters, and the heirlooms tucked away in cedar chests. These artifacts carry more than just history; they hold the voices and experiences of those who came before us.
Whether you’re looking for a specific answer, a sense of context, or you simply aren’t sure where to begin, I’m here to help you uncover the legacy.
Every story has a starting point
What is their story?
Beyond the names and dates on a family tree, there’s a person with a real story to tell.
Where did they live?
From the old family homestead to the town they left behind, there’s a connection to where they called home.
What did they keep?
A bean pot, a tattered diary, or a baseball glove—the things they held onto tell us what mattered most to them.
Let’s find the stories behind the ancestors, the landscapes, & the artifacts.
Working with me
Every project is different, but we always begin with one clear focus and build from there.
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The Question
We start with what you have—it might be a single heirloom or a box full of scattered pieces. Together, we’ll pick one specific mystery to solve first. Setting this focus ensures we’re moving toward the answers that matter most.
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The Search
This is where I dive into the records, the context, and the connections. I work to bring clarity to what we already know and hunt for the pieces that are still missing.
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The Story
What we uncover can take many forms. It might be a direct answer, a collection of organized materials, or a written narrative. We’ll decide together how best to honor and share the discovery.
Hi, I’m Emily and I love a good mystery.
I help people piece together the stories they’ve inherited. As a genealogist and heirloom curator, I take those family mysteries—the unlabeled photos, the tall tales, and the “who is that?” questions—and search for the answers with you.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by where to start, I’m here to clear the path so we can focus on what matters most. At Story & Artifact Co., every discovery starts the same way: with curiosity.
✓ Contextual Insights
✓ Generations Connected
✓ Lasting Legacy
Artifacts of the Past, Narratives of the Heart
Grandpa’s baseball glove, Granny’s hand-sewn dress, that box of doilies from Aunt Maureen — these are the tangible threads of your family’s story. Every cherished object, every single memory, adds another layer. I can weave these snippets of the past into lasting legacies.
Personal Consultations
One-on-one collaboration to uncover your heirloom’s story.
Thoughtful Research
Targeted investigation to uncover the specific details and context of your artifact.
Narrative Crafting
Historically informed writing to bring each object to life.
Custom Design
Tailored layouts that honor your heirloom’s unique character.
Lost Words, Found Stories
Handwritten documents are direct links to the past—let me bring your ancestors’ words to life.
As cursive handwriting fades from common use, many historical documents become difficult to access. I specialize in transcribing letters, diaries, and other handwritten records, ensuring the voices of the past can still be heard.
Precise Transcription
Side-by-side layouts of handwritten documents and typed text for easy reading and reference.
Contextual Clarity
Notes, timelines, and brief background details to illuminate names, places, and moments.
✓ Contextual Insights
✓ Generations Connected
✓ Lasting Legacy
Turn your family’s stuff into stories.
✓ personalized
✓ Beautifully designed patterns
Latest Stories from the Blog
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WWII letters didn’t always arrive in order. Some didn’t arrive at all. In April 1945, one question appears again and again: Where are you anyway?
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April 1945 finds my grandfather Jack at sea, writing home about porpoises, seasickness, small routines, and the steady pull of home.
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In March 1945, my grandfather was preparing to ship out for the Pacific. These first letters to my grandmother are filled with love, logistics, and the quiet geometry of leaving
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A long-awaited file from the National Archives finally arrived, confirming key details about Fessenden Fisher and his children — and raising new questions about what happened next. The search continues
