Family History Day Lecture - Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026

How can the records of a single family reveal a much larger story? Dr. Katherine C. Hughes draws on her research into seven generations of families at Stony Point in East Tennessee to explore how archival records, objects, places, and genealogy can help uncover the stories of our own families.

Using Tennessee State Library and Archives records as part of her research, Dr. Hughes will share practical insights and strategies for following clues, connecting people and places, and bringing family stories to life. Whether you are an experienced genealogist or just beginning to explore your family history, this lecture will offer new ways to look at the records and stories waiting to be discovered.