Lectures: This virtual seminar will showcase tips and techniques for using Federal records at the National Archives for genealogy research. Lectures are designed for experienced genealogy professionals and novices alike. Handouts available.
Day 1: Wednesday, October 26
Watch entire day on YouTube
10 a.m.
Welcoming Remarks by Archivist of the United States David S. Ferriero
10:05 a.m.
Introduction to Genealogy at the National Archives by Claire Kluskens
11 a.m.
The Best National Archives Records Genealogists Aren't Using by Lori Cox-Paul
12 p.m.
National Archives Innovative Online Resources and Tools to Help with Your Genealogical Research by Sarah Swanson and Kelly Osborn
1 p.m.
You too can be a Citizen Archivist! Getting the most out of the National Archives Catalog by Suzanne Isaacs and Meredith Doviak
2 p.m.
Department of State Records for Genealogical Research by David Pfeiffer
3 p.m.
American Battle Monuments Commission by Ryan Bass
Day 2: Thursday, October 27
Nonpopulation Census: Agriculture, Manufacturing, and Social Statistics by Claire Kluskens
The Morning After – Changes as Reflected in Morning Reports by Theresa Fitzgerald
The Iwo Jima Flag Raisers – Chaos, Controversy and World War II Marine Corps Personnel Records by Bryan K. McGraw
What's New in the Lou: A Look at the Latest Accessions at the National Archives at St. Louis by David Hardin
The Faces of the National Parks Service by Cara L. Moore
Closing Remarks by Acting Executive for Research Services Ann Cummings
For more information click HERE.
"Preserving The Past, Serving The Present, Promoting The Future"
Wabash Valley Genealogy Society
Based in Vigo County, Terre Haute, Indiana. Serving Clark, Crawford and Edgar Counties in Illinois.
Clay, Greene, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion and Vigo in Indiana
P.O. Box 7012
Terre Haute, Indiana 47802-7012
Society Email Address: wvgs@inwvgs.org
President: James Kane Email: jjpkane@frontier.com
For other WVGS officers and their contact information click on "Contact" above left.
