For history buffs, it's amazing. You feel like a detective. It takes time, but it's a lot of fun too. For many people who research family history, time is the biggest drawback, Oman added. Some of the more comprehensive libraries to research family history include the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' Family History Center and the Los Angeles Public Library.
Many people collect stamps or baseball cards.
But we all have family ties. That's what makes it a great hobby.