Isle of Man Miscellaneous Records - FamilySearch Historical Records

Isle of Man

What is in This Collection?
The collection consists of miscellaneous records from the Manx Museum and National Trust. The records are handwritten in bound books. Court officials began keeping records from the time the court was formed. Each type of record was created for a different purpose, but most were created to keep track of the vital events happening in the lives of the citizens and to safeguard their legal interests and the legal interests of their heirs.

The records include the following: • 2

What Can These Records Tell Me?
These records may contain the following information: • 2

How Do I Search This Collection?
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
 * The approximate date the event occurred.
 * The name of the primary individual or individuals.

How Do I Analyze the Results?
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

 * Add the new information to your records
 * Use the information to find the person in other records
 * Analyze the entry to see if if provides additional clues to find other records of the person or their family
 * Use the information you have found to find the person in a census record.

I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?

 * Use the residence and names of the parents to locate church and land records.
 * The name of the officiator may be a clue to their religion or area of residence in the county.
 * If your ancestor does not have a common name, collect entries for every person who has the same surname. This can help you find possible relatives.

Research Helps
The following articles will help you in your research for your family in Isle of Man.
 * Isle of Man Guided Research
 * Isle of Man Record Finder

Citing This Collection
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.