With over 25 years of experience finding and selling antiques and over 30 years being a family historian and genealogist, Keystone Finds & Heirloom Stories is rooted in central Pennsylvania and available whenever an object, photograph, document, or family story needs a closer look.
Our work begins with the places and materials that make history tangible: estate and auction finds, family Bibles, old photographs, advertising, letters, local memorabilia, and overlooked objects that carry clues about the people and communities behind them.
Based in Central Pennsylvania
Born in Western Pennsylvania with strong Southwest PA roots, raised in Lancaster County and now based in the central Pennsylvania region we especially welcome inquiries connected to local families, businesses, towns, coal-country, farms, railroads, churches, schools, and historical organizations.
For in-person opportunities, we may be available for local workshops, presentations, auction-related conversations, and selected heirloom or collection consultations by prior arrangement.
Main Service area: All of Pennsylvania and the United States through Zoom sessions to start.
Online and by Appointment
Most Heirloom Story Report projects can begin remotely. Clients can send clear photographs or scans of an item, along with any names, places, dates, inscriptions, and family information they already know.
A typical first step is simple:
- Send a few clear photographs of the object, document, or photograph.
- Tell us what you know—and what you hope to learn.
- We will determine whether the item is a good fit for a focused research project.
We do not need you to mail an original item for an initial review. In many cases, good photographs of the front, back, markings, labels, signatures, inscriptions, and any damage or condition details are enough to begin.
Find Us Online
Follow along as we research Pennsylvania finds and family artifacts:
- YouTube: Watch The Story of the Find and other research-led videos.
- Facebook: Follow new finds, local-history notes, research clues, and upcoming events.
- eBay: Browse selected, carefully described finds when available.
- Email: Ask about Heirloom Story Reports, workshops, speaking opportunities, or an object with an unknown story.
