Advanced Family History Research Series

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2016 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$2,051
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
September 2017
End Date
October 2017
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
McLeod
McLeod
Project Overview

In partnership with the McLeod County Museum & Historical Society, a series of Advanced Family History Research sessions were held as part of the ongoing Family History Research sessions.

Project Details

115 participated

Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2015 Chapter 2--S.F. No. 1, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 5
2016 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$2,051
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

1)Those participating in the Family History Research series will come away with a broader base knowledge of family history research, and will take with them at least one new skill which they can then apply to their own family research.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Topics covered in the Advanced Family History Research series were 1) Writing and Publishing your Family's History 2) How to Join Family History Societies 3) How to Prepare for an Overseas Family History Research Trip. Attendee comments include: 'This series of classes were very worthwhile for me. Helped me to be more confident in finding information on my ancestors.' 'This was a great way to learn about resources tips on research, and people who an be consultants. Thank you!'

Source of Additional Funds

McLeod County Museum & Historical Society, Winsted Center for the Arts, local area newspapers/radio stations

Project Manager
First Name
Laurie
Last Name
Ortega
Organization Name
Pioneerland Library System
Street Address
410 5th St. SW, P.O. Box 327
City
Willmar
State
MN
Zip Code
56201
Phone
(320)235-6106 x28
Email
laurie.ortega@pioneerland.lib.mn.us
Administered By
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Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200