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Past Preserved: Julian Rebello's Mission to Reunite Lost Heirlooms
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In this episode, we delve into the heartwarming and intriguing world of Julian Rebello, the founder of the Chosen Families Project. Julian, a recent graduate with a unique blend of chemistry and graphic design expertise, has embarked on a poignant mission to reunite lost photographs, documents, and letters with their rightful families. His journey, which began with a chance discovery in an antique store, has evolved into a passionate project blending genealogy, history, and storytelling. Julian shares his experiences, challenges, and the satisfying moments of reuniting people with a piece of their history. His story is not just about preserving the past but also about connecting generations and honoring memories.
- Introduction to Julian Rebello and the Chosen Families Project.
- Origin and evolution of the Chosen Families Project: Returning photographs, documents, and letters to families.
- The project’s uniqueness: Not just photographs, but also documents and letters.
- The first project: Wedding photographs from Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania.
- The future goals and visions for the Chosen Families Project.
- Realistic perspectives on photo and document reunions.
- Closing thoughts and appreciation for Julian’s work.
Related Episodes:
Episode 174: A Case of Mistaken Identity: Sue’s Wedding Photo Reunion
Episode 145: Orphan Photos Reunited
Links:
- Sign up for my newsletter.
- Watch my YouTube Channel.
- Like the Photo Detective Facebook Page so you get notified of my Facebook Live videos.
- Need help organizing your photos? Check out the Essential Photo Organizing Video Course.
- Need help identifying family photos? Check out the Identifying Family Photographs Online Course.
- Have a photo you need help identifying? Sign up for photo consultation.
About My Guest:
Julian Rebelo is a New Jersey-based genealogist who, several years ago, created The Chosen Family Project out of his passion for collecting orphaned family photographs and documents whilst trying to reunite them with their respective families. Julian graduated from Monmouth University in 2023 with his Bachelor’s in Chemistry and recently graduated from the Boston University Genealogical Certificate Program. For over eight years, he has conducted genealogical research for clients through his business, JRebeloGenealogy. He is also the podcast host and primary researcher of The Chosen Families Project, an active volunteer for the Keyport Historical Society, and a member of the Matawan Genealogy Club.
About Maureen Taylor:
Maureen Taylor, The Photo DetectiveÒhelps clients
I'm thrilled to be offering something new. Photo investigations. These collaborative one-on-one sessions. Look at your family photos then you and I meet to discuss your mystery images. And find out how each clue and hint might contribute to your family history. Find out more by going to maureentaylor.com and clicking on family photo investigations.
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Manage episode 399110718 series 1492193
In this episode, we delve into the heartwarming and intriguing world of Julian Rebello, the founder of the Chosen Families Project. Julian, a recent graduate with a unique blend of chemistry and graphic design expertise, has embarked on a poignant mission to reunite lost photographs, documents, and letters with their rightful families. His journey, which began with a chance discovery in an antique store, has evolved into a passionate project blending genealogy, history, and storytelling. Julian shares his experiences, challenges, and the satisfying moments of reuniting people with a piece of their history. His story is not just about preserving the past but also about connecting generations and honoring memories.
- Introduction to Julian Rebello and the Chosen Families Project.
- Origin and evolution of the Chosen Families Project: Returning photographs, documents, and letters to families.
- The project’s uniqueness: Not just photographs, but also documents and letters.
- The first project: Wedding photographs from Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania.
- The future goals and visions for the Chosen Families Project.
- Realistic perspectives on photo and document reunions.
- Closing thoughts and appreciation for Julian’s work.
Related Episodes:
Episode 174: A Case of Mistaken Identity: Sue’s Wedding Photo Reunion
Episode 145: Orphan Photos Reunited
Links:
- Sign up for my newsletter.
- Watch my YouTube Channel.
- Like the Photo Detective Facebook Page so you get notified of my Facebook Live videos.
- Need help organizing your photos? Check out the Essential Photo Organizing Video Course.
- Need help identifying family photos? Check out the Identifying Family Photographs Online Course.
- Have a photo you need help identifying? Sign up for photo consultation.
About My Guest:
Julian Rebelo is a New Jersey-based genealogist who, several years ago, created The Chosen Family Project out of his passion for collecting orphaned family photographs and documents whilst trying to reunite them with their respective families. Julian graduated from Monmouth University in 2023 with his Bachelor’s in Chemistry and recently graduated from the Boston University Genealogical Certificate Program. For over eight years, he has conducted genealogical research for clients through his business, JRebeloGenealogy. He is also the podcast host and primary researcher of The Chosen Families Project, an active volunteer for the Keyport Historical Society, and a member of the Matawan Genealogy Club.
About Maureen Taylor:
Maureen Taylor, The Photo DetectiveÒhelps clients
I'm thrilled to be offering something new. Photo investigations. These collaborative one-on-one sessions. Look at your family photos then you and I meet to discuss your mystery images. And find out how each clue and hint might contribute to your family history. Find out more by going to maureentaylor.com and clicking on family photo investigations.
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