Library Forum: How to Trace the Genealogy of Your Land with Brent and Wendy Robison

If you own a piece of property in the Catskills region, you may not realize what a rich history it has! In this presentation, Brent and Wendy Robison will teach you how to build a “chain of title” for your land, owner by owner, all the way back to the Native Americans. You’ll learn about colonial land patents and the tenant farmer system. You’ll learn to follow clues, like a “deed detective.” We’ll demonstrate the steps for using important websites, and discuss where to go for in-person research. We’ll show you the results of our own research, and introduce the concept of “allodial title.” This event is for anyone who wants to gain a deeper appreciation for our heritage and a stronger connection to the land.
The Woodstock Library Forum is the longest running cultural affairs program in the Hudson Valley and is supported by The Friends of the Woodstock Library