Develop and strengthen your GENEALOGY SKILLS! This 8-week class is
intended for those who already have some familiarity and experience
with family history research. What to Expect Topics covered include:
An introduction to genealogical research using DNA How to research
record groups available for families and individuals living in the
1800s Understanding the naturalization process and its impact on
genealogical research Maximizing the resources available at historical
societies and how to locate hidden manuscript collections Utilizing
federal and state records to uncover family history Practicum sessions
are also included in the class, so you can test your newly-acquired
research skills by creating an action plan for a research problem. One
class session will be dedicated to expanding attendees’ knowledge of
records and resources available at HSP. Schedule Class sessions will
take place on Wednesdays from February 26 to April 22, from 1:00 p.m.
to 3:00 p.m., at HSP’s historic library in Center City,
PHILADELPHIA. No class will be held on Wednesday, March 25. Wednesday,
February 26 Wednesday, March 4 Wednesday, March 11 Wednesday, March 18
Wednesday, April 1 Wednesday, April 8 Wednesday, April 15 Wednesday,
April 22 About the Instructors Classes will be led by Sydney F. Cruice
Dixon, Sandra M. Hewlett CGSM, and Frank Southcott. Know Before You
Register This 8-week class is intended for those who already have some
familiarity and experience with family history research. Completion of
HSP's FOUNDATIONS OF GENEALOGY I COURSE, or equivalent competency, is
recommended. Computer literacy and an Ancestry.com subscription are
required. Registrants are encouraged to bring their laptops/tablet if
possible. Refunds are available until January 29. After that time, no
refunds can be issued. We apologize for any inconvenience. For more
information about FOUNDATIONS OF GENEALOGY II, please contact Beth
Twiss Houting, HSP’s Senior Director of Programs and Services, at
215-982-2442 or btwisshouting@hsp.org. Special Thanks Foundations of
Genealogy is made possible through the support of the Greater
Philadelphia Area Chapter of the Association of Professional
Genealogists. Code of Conduct We're committed to providing a
safe and welcoming environment at all of our programs. Attendees,
speakers, sponsors, staffers, and volunteers at HSP events are
required to abide by our Code of Conduct. Photography and
Videography Many of our programs are photographed or videotaped for
scholarly, educational, and promotional use. By attending an event
hosted by HSP, you give your consent to be photographed and
videotaped. Footage of children under 18, however, will not be used
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