Welcome to Tex Mex Genealogy

Discover your family’s journey from Mexico to Texas and the greater Southwest with TexMexGenealogy.com—your partner in exploring, tracing and celebrating your Mexican heritage.

The Spanish conquest of the Aztecs at Tenochtitlán, site of today's Mexico City, took only two years to complete ending in August 1521. That period became the pivot point for a dramatic change in this part of the world as the Spanish Crown began an occupation and expansion of the Americas over the next three centuries. The conquest brought about an influx of people from Spain and many other parts of world and the integration of people and culture would change the landscape of the Americas forever. Now, more than five hundred years later, that landscape continues to change; however, many parts of that history are still rooted in those of us who are descendants of the very same people that helped to create it. Whether you're just starting out, or whether you are at a crossroads in your current family research, I am sure you will find some useful and interesting resources here. Either way, I hope you find this site to be educational, engaging and entertaining as you work to discover your ancestry.

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Early Expeditions in the New World

Research Guide

Here are some of the suggested areas to help you prepare for your journey

A Brief History of Nueva España and Mexico

An understanding of the history of colonial Mexico will provide some insight into the events that drove migration of your ancestors over the last 500 years.

Most Common Definitions and Translations

Review a list from the Family Search website of the most common translations to help you in your research.

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How Catholic Church Records are Organized

With all of the volumes of church records available, gaining an understanding of how these records are organized and where to find them can save you valuable research time.

Other Sources of Information

Although church records are the best source for finding family information, there are many other sources available for your research.

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The Biggest Challenges with Catholic Church Records

With hundreds of parish scribes over the last few centuries, the number of different ways church records were recorded can vary widely. Learn some of the differences.

Getting Started

Now that you have had an overview of things to consider, it's time to get started!

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Presidio del Norte -Tracing Your Mexican Ancestry

For those of you with Mexican ancestry ties through the state of Chihuahua, Mexico, the following may prove to be a crucial way to help you find some of those elusive records. When I first started my research, I should have paid more attention to all of the details in the records I was reviewing. I was gathering names and dates much like many people do when they first get started. It was only later that I came to realize that many of these records were providing so much mo

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What Tribe Are We From?

Discovering your Mexican ancestry can be a tall order. It takes time, effort and patience along with a good plan to be able to effectively get results. Birth, marriage and death records usually form the foundation of your family tree so most people spend their time searching and putting those pieces together, making sure that each person being added belongs. Granted, you need this information, but what about those other questions that come to mind as you explore your past?

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Oct 19, 20254 min read