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African American Genealogy

Genealogía afroamericana

2022-02-09 10:00:00 2022-02-09 11:30:00 America/New_York African American Genealogy Learn the basics of genealogy research including ways that descendants of both free people and the formerly enslaved can trace their ancestors, and how the use of DNA is leading the way to repair families torn apart by the system of slavery with professional genealogist Nicka Smith. Main Library - Adult Zoom, Backroom

Wednesday, February 09
10:00am - 11:30am

Main Library

Adult Zoom, Backroom

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Genealogy |

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Learn the basics of genealogy research including ways that descendants of both free people and the formerly enslaved can trace their ancestors, and how the use of DNA is leading the way to repair families torn apart by the system of slavery with professional genealogist Nicka Smith.

Aprenda los conceptos básicos de la investigación genealógica, incluidas las formas en que los descendientes de personas libres y los anteriormente esclavizados pueden rastrear a sus antepasados, y cómo el uso del ADN está abriendo el camino para reparar familias desgarradas por el sistema de esclavitud con la genealogista profesional Nicka Smith.

We are committed to ensuring all patrons can participate in our programs. If you require an accommodation, please contact the Business Office:

Email: busoff2@pmlib.org
Phone: 631-654-4700

Important: For American Sign Language interpreter requests, please contact us at least two weeks before the program date to ensure availability.

Nos comprometemos a garantizar que todos los usuarios puedan participar en nuestros programas. Si necesita alguna acomodación, comuníquese con la Oficina de Administración:

Correo electrónico: busoff2@pmlib.org
Teléfono: 631-654-4700

Importante: Para solicitar un intérprete de Lengua de Señas Americana (ASL), comuníquese con nosotros al menos dos semanas antes de la fecha del programa para garantizar la disponibilidad.

Main Library

reference@pmlib.org
Phone: (631) 654-4700
Branch manager
Danielle Paisley

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