Five Star Gift Ideas

For your friend who is passionate about genealogy and exploring family history, there are several meaningful and personal wedding gift ideas that can cater to their interests. These gift suggestions aim to celebrate their love on their special day while also nurturing their curiosity about their family's heritage:

1. Customized Family Tree Art: Commission a unique piece of artwork that features their family tree. This can be a beautiful representation of their ancestry and a great conversation starter for their home. You can either hire a professional artist or explore services that offer personalized family tree templates.

2. Ancestry DNA Kit: Gift them an Ancestry DNA kit to help uncover their ethnic origins and connect with long-lost relatives. This can provide them with insights into their family's history and give them a chance to further expand their genealogical research.

3. Subscription to a Genealogy Website: Consider gifting them a subscription to a reputable genealogy website like Ancestry.com or MyHeritage. This will grant them access to a vast database of historical records, family trees, and resources that can assist them in unraveling their family history.

4. Family History Book: Help your friend document their family's heritage by creating a personalized family history book. This can include photographs, stories, and important information about their ancestors. Encourage them to add their own journey as they embark on their married life together.

5. Research Assistance: If you have a knack for research, offer to help your friend delve deeper into their family history. Spend some quality time together combing through historical archives, digitized records, and visiting local libraries or ancestral homes. This shared experience can be an invaluable gift and strengthen your bond.

6. Genealogy Software: Consider gifting them genealogy software, such as Family Tree Maker or Legacy Family Tree, which can serve as a digital platform for organizing and documenting their family history. With features like data management, chart creation, and research tools, this software can aid them in their explorations.

7. Family Heirlooms: If there are any family heirlooms or cherished traditions that your friend is aware of, consider gifting them one of these items as a symbol of their heritage. It could be something passed down through generations, such as a piece of jewelry, a family recipe book, or a special artifact that holds sentimental value.

Remember, the best wedding gifts are not solely based on interests but also carry emotional and sentimental value. By selecting a gift that aligns with your friend's passion for genealogy and family history, you are not only offering them something they love but also supporting their journey to uncover their roots and build a deeper connection with their heritage.

Or you can get her/him a star map with the date of the wedding.

Tracy Miller Fulks says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“This was such a beautiful gift for my son and his wife for the day they married. My only problem was I left it in the cart where I tried to buy a frame and they never got to see it. I have to order another one, it was too perfect of a gift 🎁👍❤️”