Genealogy Class: Being A Genealogical Detective
Thursday September 24 2026 1:30 PM
Thursday September 24 2026 1:30 PM
Merrillville
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Event Description
Dr. Curtis Sylvester will be our in person speaker at the Merrillville Branch Library.
Using detective skills is an important part of learning more about one's ancestors. Learn how to read family records, vital records, deeds, wills, census reports and other documents to spot clues that will assist in further research. Learn how to create a time line for organizing facts. Use Google and other search engines to survey information provided by churches, genealogical societies, governmental agencies and other sources to provide more informaton on one's ancestors.
When
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Thursday September 24 2026
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