Discovering Your Roots: A Beginner Genealogy Workshop

Come join us at the Valparaiso FamilySearch Center to learn the basics of tracing your family tree!

About this Event

Welcome to the NWIGS Beginner Genealogy Workshop! Join us at the FamilySearch Center for an informative event designed for those new to genealogy. Learn how to trace your family tree, keep good records, discover primary source documents about your ancestors, and uncover fascinating stories about your ancestors. Our genealogists will guide you through the basics and help you get started on your genealogical journey. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about your family history and connect with fellow genealogy enthusiasts. See you there!

Lunch is provided! Please indicate it on your registration.

Agenda


🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Check In and Networking

🕑: 09:30 AM - 09:45 AM
Instructions and NWIGS Business Meeting

🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:40 AM
Genealogy Basics
Host: Cheryl Wooten-Wilcox

🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:40 AM
The Research Process
Host: KayLynn Mathews

🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:40 PM
Keeping Track of Your Sources
Host: Michael Longan

🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:40 PM
Lunch, Networking, and FamilySearch Center Tours

🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:40 PM
Finding Vital Records
Host: Marlene Polster

🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:40 PM
Census Records

🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:40 PM
Online Databases
Host: Carrie Newton

🕑: 04:45 PM - 05:00 PM
Using a FamilySearch Center

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