I’m a first generation Californian, so most of my family history research takes me to other states. But I used to do research for work at the State of California Archives building. If you’re a research nerd like me, you get immersed in archive collections no matter how relevant they are to your own projects.
California Archive Collections - Online Search
If you’re in the opposite situation and you’re in another state researching your ancestors in California, you might be in luck! California recently rolled out their new online search portal. I know. It’s a little late in the game for a tech savvy state like California. Oh, now you know the closely held secret of California natives: this state is not as tech savvy as you think! Anyway, check out the new portal!