Join us to learn how to use historical research techniques within Alexandria Library's Local History/Special Collections' archive to give life to your family’s story.
Your ancestors were more than just a name, date of birth, and date of death. Join us to learn how to use historical research techniques within Alexandria Library's Local History/Special Collections' archive to give life to your family’s story. This workshop will inspire you to search for clues in unconventional places whether you’re a beginner or a genealogical Sherlock Holmes.
We will discuss:
· Finding aids & primary source materials
· Archive etiquette
· Using the collections in Alexandria Library's LH/SC archive
· How to get the most from the Library of Virginia (for VA residents)
AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Local History | All Alexandria Reads |
TAGS: | local history | Genealogy | Alexandria History |
Appointments encouraged but not required.
Parking: No library parking lot. Street parking is available. A paid parking lot is available on the 100 block of North Alfred Street.
Public Transit:
For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.