National Archives Genealogy Programs for March 2011

In March, the National Archives will feature genealogy-related programs highlighting records from its holdings.  These programs are free and open to the public, and will be held in the National Archives Building in Washington, DC.  Visitors to programs in the National Archives Building Research Center (Room G-24) should use the Pennsylvania Avenue entrance, between 7th and 9th Streets, NW.  Visitors to the March 15 program in the Adams Room should use the Special Events Entrance on Constitution Ave. at 7th St. NW. 

Wednesday, March 2, at 11 a.m., Research Center, Room G-24

Introduction to Genealogy

Archives staff present a lecture on using Federal records for genealogy research.   This lecture is offered the first Wednesday of the month.

Wednesday, March 16, at 11 a.m., Research Center, Room G-24

Beyond the Basics Research Skills: Civil War Patents

Michael Hussey, archivist, will teach today's “Beyond the Basics” archival research skills on patents developed during the Civil War (all skill levels welcome).

Saturday, March 19, at 10 a.m., Research Center, Room G-24

Beyond the Basics: Archival Research Tools

Archives staff teach “Beyond the Basics” archival research skills for genealogists on the third Saturday of the month. This month’s topic is research tools for digging deeper into National Archives records (all skill levels welcome).

Saturday, March 19, noon–4 p.m., Research Center, Room G-24

“Help! I’m Stuck”

Not sure where to begin? Has a genealogical problem stumped you? An archivist is available from noon to 4 p.m. to answer genealogy research questions. Sign up for a 20-minute appointment at the Microfilm Research desk in room G-26 that Saturday.

Coming in April:


National Archives 7th Annual Genealogy Fair:  Become Your Family’s Detective

Wednesday, April 20, and Thursday, April 21, 2011, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.                     

National Archives Research Center                                                                                             

This two-day program showcases the Federal records located at the National Archives as resources for family history research. Speakers and exhibitors include National Archives staff, historians, and genealogy professionals. The fair provides information and guidance for experienced genealogy professionals and novices alike. Reservations are not required, the fair is free and open to the public, and presented in partnership with the Foundation for the National Archives.   Visit www.archives.gov/dc-metro/know-your-records/genealogy-fair for more information.

The National Archives Building is fully accessible.  To request an accommodation (e.g., sign language interpreter) for a public program, please email public.program@nara.gov or call 202-357-5000 at least two weeks prior to the event.  To verify the date and times of the programs, call 202-357-5333, or view the Calendar of Events on the web at: http://www.archives.gov/calendar.