Second Saturday Family History Workshop: Genealogy 101 & 102

The Kentucky Genealogical Society joins the Kentucky Historical Society with a series of free family history workshops each month at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History. 

This May, get started on your genealogy journey, or come for a re-fresher course on the basics of genealogy research! Presented by KHS Library Staff, Louise Jones & Cheri Daniels.

Session 1: Genealogy 101

This session introduces you to the basics of genealogy: getting started, using various records,  looking at your family archives, online databases, researching in courthouses and libraries. (Given by: Cheri Daniels, MSLS)

Session 2:  Genealogy 102

This session will go a step further to help you get a hands-on introduction to census records, pedigree charts, family group sheets, vital statistics, and Kentucky specific resources. We will explore the various components of the individual record types, and review what kind of information can be found within each. (Given by Louise Jones, MLS)

About the speakers:
Librarians, Louise Jones & Cheri Daniels have a combined 40 years experience in tracing ancestors and helping people find their roots. Louise is the Director of the Martin F. Schmidt Research Library, and Cheri is the Senior Librarian/Reference Specialist. Both head up the new online edition of Kentucky Ancestors: kentuckyancestors.org

Morning session runs from 10:30-11:30 a.m., followed by an hour break for lunch. Second session runs from 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Registration is strongly suggested for this FREE event. However, walk-ins ARE welcome.

A light lunch is available for the break between sessions if requested at time of registration for $7, payable at the door.
**LUNCH RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BY NOON ON FRIDAY, May 9**

For more information or to register, contact:

Martin F. Schmidt Research Library Reference Desk

(502) 564-1792, ext. 4460

KHSrefdesk@ky.gov