Discovering Our Roots: An African American Genealogy Workshop
About this Event
Discovering Our Roots: An African American Genealogy Workshop
Join us in person for a fun and interactive workshop where we dive into African American genealogy. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to uncover new family stories, this event is perfect for anyone curious about their heritage. Get hands-on tips, share experiences, and connect with others on the same journey. Feel free to bring your laptops and tablets. Don’t miss out on this chance to explore your roots and celebrate history together!
Agenda
🕑: 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Discovering Our Roots: An African American Genealogy Workshop
Host: CMC AAHGS
Info: Workshop Schedule
• 8:45 AM-9:00 AM| Registration & Networking
o Sign-in, handouts, resource table, and community photo slideshow.
• 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM | Welcome & Opening Remarks
o Chapter welcome, FamilySearch Center introduction, and the importance of preserving history.
• 9:15 AM – 10:00 AM | Session 1: Introduction to FamilySearch
• 10: 00 AM – 10:45 AM | Session 2: Beginning African American Genealogy
• 10:45 AM – 11:00 AM | Break
• 11:00AM – 11:45 AM | Session 3: Validating Oral History & Family Stories
• 11:50 AM – 12:40 PM | Session 4: DNA and African American Genealogy
• 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM | Session 5: Independent Research & Wrap-Up
• FamilySearch Center tour, "brick wall" strategies, Q&A
Schedule
🕑: 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Discovering Our Roots: An African American Genealogy Workshop
Host: CMC-AAHGS/Columbia FamilySearch Center
Info: The Central Maryland Chapter of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc. (AAHGS) and The Columbia Maryland FamilySearch Center are pleased to provide a genealogy workshop focuses on African American family research. The Central MD Chapter was the first chapter chartered by AAHGS in 1988. AAHGS strives to preserve African-ancestored family history, genealogy, and cultural diversity by teaching research techniques and disseminating information throughout the community. FamilySearch provides family research resources free of charge to everyone, regardless of tradition, culture, or religious affiliation. FamilySearch resources help millions of people around the world discover their heritage and connect with family members. FamilySearch Centers are located nationwide. FamilySearch is funded by the Church of Latter-day Saints.
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