The (US) National Archives has presented a virtual genealogy fair since 2013 and last year due to the pandemic they canceled the virtual genealogy fair. This year, they announced several sessions to be held over different days in May and June. You are invited to watch and participate in real time with the presenters and family historians from around the world on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLugwVCjzrJsVzU4raqGj87E8leVNsoc6S)
Over the two months, the sessions will offer family history research tools on federal records for all skill levels. The May sessions are broad and will appeal to the beginner and beyond. The June sessions are focused on specific topics and may be better suited for the experienced researcher. All are welcome! Session descriptions, videos, handouts, and participation instructions are below.
- Open with no reservations required
- Watch the broadcasts via YouTube
- Participate and ask questions via chat during the scheduled broadcasts
- After the scheduled broadcasts, video recordings and presentation materials will be available online
The Schedule:
Tuesday, May 4, at 1:00 p.m. ET
Preserving and Digitizing Personal Photo Albums and Scrapbooks
Wednesday, May 12, at 1:00 p.m. ET
Finding Genealogy Resources and Tools on Archives.gov
Wednesday, May 19, at 1:00 p.m. ET
Tips and Tools for Engaging Family with Your Research Finds
Tuesday, June 1, at 1:00 p.m. ET
From Here to There: Researching Office of Indian Affairs Employees
Tuesday, June 8, at 1:00 p.m. ET
Civil War Union Noncombatant Personnel: Teamsters, Laundresses, Nurses, Sutlers, and More
Tuesday, June 15, at 1:00 p.m. ET
Merchant Marine Records at the National Archives at St. Louis
To learn more about this year’s virtual fair and details about the aforementioned sessions go to:
