ABOUT VALERIE

Valerie Sims is a passionate genealogist with over 40 years of family history research experience. 

 

As the creator of the popular Memory Mug Workshop, she helps family historians turn their piles of genealogy files into meaningful keepsakes their families will treasure—like memory mugs, desk pads, and heirloom books.

 

• Known for her warm, encouraging teaching style and easy-to-follow workshops, Valerie has presented to genealogy societies, heritage groups, and online communities like Rootstech. 

 

• She’s also the creator of Genealogy Gifts and The Family Historian Hub, where she offers beautifully designed, customizable family tree templates.

 

• Join her for one of her live sessions that will make preserving the past fun, fast, and creatively fulfilling.