Ever wondered if that family story is actually true?
Curious where your family came from—or how they ended up where they did?
Have a box of old photos or papers and no idea where to start?
Family treasures—letters, photographs, heirlooms—carry more than just history. They hold the voices, emotions, and experiences of those who came before us.
Whether you’re looking for an answer, context, a story, or you’re not sure where to begin, I can help.
I’d love to help you explore your family history.
Every story has a starting point
The Process
Every project is different. We begin with one clear focus and build from there.
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Explore & Define the Focus
We start with what you have—whether it’s a single item or a box full of pieces. Together, we sort through what’s there and choose a meaningful place to begin.
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Research & Story Development
I explore records, context, and connections—bringing clarity to what’s known and uncovering what’s not.
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Shape the Outcome
What we uncover can take different forms—answers to a question, organized materials, or a written story. We decide what’s most useful for you.
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Delivery
You receive something you can use—whether that’s clarity, documentation, or a piece to share.
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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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
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Head back to school in 1934 through my grandmother’s college diary.
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A family cruise to Alaska — my 50th state — turned into a journey through family history. From a 1916 furniture ad to a Goldpanners baseball connection, this place held more than I expected.
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A land record provides new evidence—and a glimmer of hope in the search for Fessenden Fisher.
