This program will consist of two lectures presented by Gena Philibert-Ortega. The first will begin about 11:15 after a brief business meeting. The second will begin about 1:00 pm after a short break for lunch.
We’re Related to George Washington?
Proving (or Disproving) Family Stories
I have them and you have them. In fact, we all have them, that story about our family’s brush with greatness. Maybe you’re related to Jesse James, or your ancestor was on the Titanic, or you’re descended from three brothers who came to America. But is it true? Learn the methodology for proving or disproving that family story.
Her Name Was Not "Unknown."
Finding Female Ancestors
“What’s her maiden name?” “What happened to her after her husband died?” “How do I start researching my great-grandmother?” We’ve all felt the disappointment of seeing the word “unknown” to describe a female ancestor’s name. How do we go from “unknown” to finding a name? This presentation will explain techniques, methodology, and resources vital to family history research. Enhance your research skills using a 5-step approach to researching (and finding) female ancestors.
This will be a hybrid meeting held in-person in the Local History Room and online via Zoom. Registration is only required for Zoom attendees using the button at the right.