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Polyana de Carvalho Polkinghorne

Uncovering Family Roots, Preserving Legacies
Belo Horizonte
Brazil
Currently accepting clients for...
  • Family History Research
Family History Research
  • Document Retrieval / Record Agent
  • Family History Research
Speaking/Presenting
  • Family History Research
  • Writing & Publishing
Writing/Publishing
  • Author/Writer
  • Editor
  • Graphic Designer
  • Publisher
Other Speciality
  • House Historian / Local History
  • Handwriting / Palaeography
 

I’m a family history researcher specializing in the lineages of Minas Gerais, Brazil — with a particular focus on the historic regions of Ouro Preto, Itabirito, Belo Vale, Moeda, and Bonfim. Since 2019, I’ve been dedicated to uncovering and preserving the stories of these communities. My work has resulted in five published books that document family histories and explore their broader historical context.

With over 12,000 contributions to FamilySearch, I’m an active and trusted member of the global genealogy community. Every detail in my research is verified through primary sources — accuracy and integrity are non-negotiable.

I’m also a proud member of ASBRAP, the Brazilian Association of Researchers of History and Genealogy.

My goal is simple: to honor our ancestors by telling their stories truthfully, with documented evidence and lasting respect.

Research Time Periods
  • 21st Century
  • 20th Century
  • 19th Century
  • 18th Century