

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Illinois Family Roots Pilot Program: Community DNA Collection + Information Session
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: POSTPONED DUE TO WINTER WEATHER!

Learn about the new Illinois Family Roots Pilot Program and receive a free DNA kit! The Illinois Family Roots Pilot Program invites you to an afternoon of learning and participation at the Carbondale Public Library. This community-based project uses DNA testing and genealogical research to help Illinois residents discover and reconnect with their African heritage. 

Come hear an overview of the program, ask questions, and, if you wish, provide your DNA sample on site with the assistance of trained team members. DNA kits are available free of charge to eligible Illinois participants.

For more information, visit the library's website: https://carbondalepubliclibrary.org/event/illinois-family-roots-pilot-program-community-dna-collection-information-session/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carbondale/illinois-family-roots-pilot-program-community-dna-collection-information-session/200029518617249
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 37

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029518617249?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=carbondale-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Carbondale
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 405 W Main St (the parking lot is on W Monroe Street), Carbondale, IL, United States, Illinois 62901
- **lat**: 37.72574
- **long**: -89.22129
- **full address**: 405 W Main St (the parking lot is on W Monroe Street), Carbondale, IL, United States, Illinois 62901

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: The Carbondale Public Library (https://allevents.in/org/the-carbondale-public-library/4230796)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 405 W Main St (the parking lot is on W Monroe Street), Carbondale, IL, United States, Illinois 62901
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** The Carbondale Public Library
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Illinois Family Roots Pilot Program: Community DNA Collection + Information Session ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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