Genealogy Research Services
“Sarah, I can’t thank you enough for helping me find my roots. You’ve given me the answers to so many questions.” —Betty, adopted at birth
In addition to being an actor, I have 15 years of experience conducting ancestral research and building family trees. I’ve had clients from all over the world, from all different backgrounds, and I would be honored to help you on your genealogy journey!
Have you ever wondered about your lineage? Need help solving a family mystery? Don’t know where to start, or just don’t have time? That’s where I come in. I have helped adoptees determine their birth parents and reunited long-lost family. I’ve traced families through the Revolutionary War and even the sinking of the Titanic! I look for the stories that will make your family history come alive.
Research packages and pricing options below.
For further questions, please contact me here.
Testimonials
Are you a past client or the recipient of a research gift? You can leave a review here.
Publications
My work has been published in the Journal of the American Revolution, a peer-reviewed online magazine for history scholars and enthusiasts alike. Click above to read my article, “Searching for Samuel’s Service: Stories of the Revolution Revealed Through One Man” on the JAR website, or read this PDF version.
I was also invited on the Journal’s official podcast, “Dispatches” to discuss the article and my work as a researcher, which is now listed under, “Best of JAR.” Have a listen!
“Sarah Swift comes to us as a new writer here at the Journal of the American Revolution, and her first offering is a really good one. Her article, and this interview, is a wonderful study for new historians. ”
“Hi Sarah, after reading your piece on Samuel Babcock, I wanted to send a quick note and say, “Thank you.” Your description of my great-great-great-great-great grandparents was colorful and captivating, and they both really came to life. I’ve shared your writing with many friends and family.”
Research Packages & Pricing, 2025
In each package, I create an online family tree which you will be able to manage when my work is done. (I can also edit an existing tree if you’ve already begun this process.) I then compile my findings into a beautiful keepsake book containing photos, stories, and biographical sketches of your family members, or a comprehensive report. Examples are available in my “Packages, Pricing, & Process” sheet below.
Please note this process takes about 4-6 weeks, but may take as long as 8-12 depending on the project scope or degree of difficulty. All sensitive information will remain private, and everything will be handled with the utmost care and respect.
Full Family Tree
The most popular option, this scope of work includes multiple generations on both maternal and paternal sides of your family tree.
A) $1,500.00 USD — Keepsake Book
B) $1,200.00 USD — Report
Half Family Tree
This scope of work includes multiple generations on ONE side of your family tree, either maternal OR paternal.
A) $800.00 USD — Keepsake Book
B) $615.00 USD — Report
Research à la carte
For whatever you need!
$25.00 USD per hour
Not sure what you need? Just ask.
Payments can be made in installments via e-Transfer (Canada), Credit Card, PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle.
Don’t bear the burden alone—family members are often willing to contribute! If you’re curious about your family’s roots, it’s likely they are too. Share your plans with your siblings, cousins, aunts and uncles . . . you may be surprised how many are willing to share the cost.
View my Packages, Pricing, & Process information here (includes CAD pricing). Please note prices in CAD will change quarterly based on current rate of exchange.