Genealogy and Local History

Discover your roots.

Getting to Know the Mayflower Society

Wednesday, May 4, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Join us to learn what exactly the Mayflower Society is, what they do and the genealogy resources available at the Society or its partner.

Specialized Lineage Societies: More than the DAR, Dames and Mayflower

Wednesday, May 11, 7–8 p.m. Cardinal Room

There are over 200 lineage societies that exist today. Perhaps you have an ancestor that was accused of witchcraft? A founder of a town? A colonial tradesman? British royalty? There is a society for all of these and many more.

Swedish Genealogy Help

Thursday, May 19, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. / Zoom

Sign up for a virtual appointment with genealogist Kathy Meade to get help with your Swedish ancestors. Meade can help you navigate ArkivDigital and direct you to additional Swedish research resources. Halfhour appointments available.

Genealogy Discussion

Tuesday, May 31, 3–4 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Discuss genealogy projects, family history research and share resources. Bring your questions and brick wall problems.

Become a Citizen Archivist

Monday, June 6, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Join us to learn how you can unlock history. By joining the citizen archivist program, you can contribute to the National Archives Catalog by tagging, transcribing and adding comments to our records, making them more accessible and searchable.

Getting to Know the Jamestowne Society

Wednesday, May 18, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Join us to learn what exactly the Jamestowne Society is, what they do and the genealogy resources available at the Society or its partner.