# Event Details - **Event Name**: Genealogy 101: Where to Start? - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Getting from Jan.About this EventGenealogy 101: Where to Start? – a moderated panel discussion hosted by Historic Mesquite, Inc. in the Barn at Opal Lawrence Historical Park on Thursday evening, July 23rd from 7p to 8:30p.Is the thought of diving into your family’s genealogy intimidating and you don’t even know where to begin?Join Historic Mesquite, Inc. for a moderated panel discussion featuring experienced genealogy researchers and reference librarians from around North Texas who will share their tried and true research methods and resources to help you get started. Highlights of online resources will be discussed as well as ways to access free educational resources.Panelists include:Molly Allison, Librarian, Mesquite Public LibraryBarbara Coakley, President, Genealogy Friends of Plano LibrariesFree genealogy resources and research materials will be available to attendees from area and state genealogical societies.Doors open at 6:30p. Light refreshments and a raffle to follow the panel discussion.All proceeds go towards supporting Historic Mesquite, Inc. and the continued preservation of Opal Lawrence Historical Park and Florence Ranch Homestead. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mesquite/genealogy-101-where-to-start/100001991478654264 - **Event Categories**: business, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 15+ - door_time: 2026-07-23T23:30:00Z - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Opal Lawrence Historical Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.51, max: 23.18, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Mesquite - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Opal Lawrence Historical Park - **lat**: 32.7700591 - **long**: -96.5885821 - **full address**: Opal Lawrence Historical Park, 711 East Kearney, Mesquite, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Genealogy 101: Where to Start? - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/f7cde55cb5b6a3ce06b0957dc711b599348ae600005d0df7077c7d01970689c4-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf6f7f8-gmir.jpg?v=1781937965 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Genealogy 101: Where to Start? being held? - **A:** Genealogy 101: Where to Start? takes place on Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Opal Lawrence Historical Park, 711 East Kearney, Mesquite, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Genealogy 101: Where to Start?? - **A:** Genealogy 101: Where to Start? is strictly for guests aged 15 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 15 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Genealogy 101: Where to Start?? - **A:** Genealogy 101: Where to Start? is organized by Historic Mesquite Inc.. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Genealogy 101: Where to Start? is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Mesquite, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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These Texas Recorded Historical Landmarks are amazing looks into the past of Mesquite and those who helped the nourish the growing community.\r\rOpal Lawrence Historical Park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, and recognized as a Century Family Farm by the Texas Department of Agriculture.\r\rFlorence Ranch Homestead is an outstanding example of late 19th century rural Texas architecture and early pioneer ranching.Built-in 1871, Florence Ranch Homestead was established two years before the township of Mesquite and grew along with the city." } ] } ] ```