1 âI am the only one in my family interested in leaving a family history and a legacy.â -Gloria N. â 2 To know what has made our family so strong.â -Susan D. â 3 To know about my family and the history of it all.â -Samantha W. â 4 Learning about family history is important. âTo know about my family and the history of it all.â -Samantha W. â 2 Learning about family history is important. 3  It is essential to understanding ourselves and basic humanity and diversity.