Did your ancestors come to America in the 19th century or earlier? Do you have a family mystery you've always wanted to solve?

As part of Early American Jewish Families: 250 Years of History, Thousands of Family Stories, the Center for Jewish History is seeking genealogy questions from the public about Jewish relatives who lived in America before the great waves of Eastern European immigration.

Our genealogy experts will select compelling stories to research about the often-overlooked history of Jewish life in America. From Sephardic pioneers and Revolutionary War soldiers to German Jewish immigrants, Southern merchants, Midwestern settlers, and other remarkable individuals, these stories will illuminate the many ways Jewish families helped shape the American experience.

We'd love to hear from you. Submit your genealogy question using the form below, and your family's history could become part of this exciting public history project.