ABOUT US

Rediscovering Ancestors.
Reviving Stories.

Honoring history with detailed and compassionate research.

It's all about blending rigorous research with storytelling. We dig deep into archives, pore over old documents, and piece together the puzzles of the past.

Then we transform those findings into something special – whether that's a family history narrative that brings your ancestors to life or a museum exhibit that reshapes how we see our local history.

Memberships & Affiliations

MEET THE FOUNDER

Mica L. Anders

Mica is passionate about uncovering the rich, often overlooked stories of our past. With a focus on African American and Midwestern U.S. genealogy, she has worked with clients and organizations in the U.S., Canada, Jamaica, and the UK, bringing underrepresented stories to light. 

As a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, the first ever history fellow at the Minnesota African American Heritage Museum, and recipient of the 2023 Minnesota Genealogical Society Pioneer Award, she upholds the highest standards in her research. Her dedication and expertise make her a sought-after collaborator for projects that bring forgotten histories to life.

Featured In

  • Sahan Journal

    Giving people their history back’: Genealogist helps BIPOC Minnesotans trace ancestral roots.

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  • Speak On It

    African Americans in the Midwest.

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  • Minnesota Live

    Exploring your family’s ancestry.

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  • Canvas Rebel

    Meet Mica L Anders.

    Read Here

  • KFAI Radio

    MinneCulture | The Healing Place

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  • National Public Radio - Life Kit

    Piece together your family tree.

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  • National Public Radio - Life Kit

    How to deepen your connection with your ancestors.

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  • Iowa City Press Citizen

    I've been able to create the path that doesn't exist': Iowa City native merges public art, history

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  • Kare11

    Think African Americans arrived in Minnesota in the 1900s? Think again.

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  • Minnesota African American History Museum and Gallery

    Meet MAAHMG History Fellow Mica L. Anders

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  • Minnesota Public Radio

    What You Need to Know About At-Home DNA Kits.

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  • Minnesota Public Radio

    The Consequences of DNA Kits.

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  • Insider

    The 4 most accurate DNA test kits and which one has a history of selling health data for profit.

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Our Vision

A world where every person feels deeply connected to their heritage and proud of their ancestral stories, fostering a greater sense of identity and community.

Our Mission

We help folks connect to previous generations and revive family stories so they can understand who they are through the ancestors who came before them.

HISTORY

AWAITS

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Family Research

Community History

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Ready to Explore Your History?

Whether you're tracing your family roots, uncovering community stories, or leveling up your research skills, we're here to guide you.

  • "OMG Mica! My goodness, there are no words!!! I so appreciate what you have done for my mom. And we may be back to do the next level “digging” and I’m gonna talk to her about the cemetery and headstones. You ROCK!!!!"

    L.R.

  • "CONGRATULATIONS, Mica!!!! You saved me by producing a wonderful ‘take-away’ product for the soon-upcoming [---] Family Weekend!!!! I love it; and I know the family will love it too!"

    P.G.

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