# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Finding Your Roots: Intro to Genealogy Workshop  
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Jun, 2025 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Ever wondered about your family’s past? Join us for Finding Your Roots, a hands-on workshop designed for beginners. This workshop, in conjunction with the Behind Clara's Lens exhibit, will guide you through the basics of tracing your family history and teach you how to navigate online resources to uncover the stories of your ancestors. Whether you're new to genealogy or just looking for tips to improve your research, this workshop is for you! The West Virginia State Archives is dedicated to preserving the history of our state and helping you connect with your heritage. They offer a wealth of resources for genealogists and history enthusiasts alike!

Benefits/What to Expect: 
-Learn how to build your family tree
-Discover helpful online tools for genealogy research
-Get expert tips from the West Virginia State Archives team
-Bring a laptop, tablet, or smartphone to follow along and start your own research during the workshop!

? Date: June 21st
⏰ Time: 1pm
? Location: Jackson County Library in Ripley, WV
? Cost: Free!

This event is made possible with the generosity of an anonymous sponsor, in honor of Clara’s historic contributions to the history of Ravenswood. This project is being presented with financial assistance from the West Virginia Humanities Council, the official state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations do not necessarily represent those of the West Virginia Humanities Council or the National Endowment for the Humanities.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ripley/finding-your-roots-intro-to-genealogy-workshop/200028005465825
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 79

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Ripley
- **state**: WV
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Jackson County Library, Ripley, WV
- **lat**: 38.82002
- **long**: -81.71083
- **full address**: Jackson County Library, Ripley, WV, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Finding Your Roots: Intro to Genealogy Workshop   being held?
  - **A:** Finding Your Roots: Intro to Genealogy Workshop   takes place on Sat, 21 Jun, 2025 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 21 Jun, 2025 at 01:00 pm at Jackson County Library, Ripley, WV, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Finding Your Roots: Intro to Genealogy Workshop  ?
  - **A:** Finding Your Roots: Intro to Genealogy Workshop   is organized by The Great Bend Museum.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Finding Your Roots: Intro to Genealogy Workshop   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 Ripley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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