We hope you will join us. There is something to interest every genealogist and family history enthusiast. Our upcoming in-person events are highlighted here and detailed at the links provided.
Beginning Genealogy Series - April 14 - June 9
Six classes taught by WCGS President Barbara McGeachy will be held at Laurel Hills Community Center, 3808 Edward Mill Road. This series includes classes on how to start your family history, finding and using vital records, census records, wills and other estate records, newspaper research, which DNA test to take, and understanding your DNA test results. There is still time to participate in this series and it will be repeated in the fall. If you missed the early April classes, you will have another chance to take them next time.
May 31 WCGS In-person Meetup - "Find your Family History"
Saturday, May 31, 10am-Noon at Laurel Hills Community Center, 3808 Edward Mill Road. Our spring meetup is an outreach event inspired by the 2023 NGS SLAM! winning video,
"Street Genealogy". Instead of a sidewalk, we will be set up in the community center to answer genealogy questions from interested park attendees. Come join the fun! We are planting genealogy seeds for the next generation of researchers.
NC Archive and Library Tour
Monday, June 23, 10am-Noon
Many have requested a second chance to attend this popular tour. There are spots for 30 attendees. You will have the opportunity to pick one or both of the tours. Each tour lasts 45-60 minutes and concludes by noon. The Archives tour is optional; participants can choose to visit only the library first. You can attend an optional lunch (Dutch treat) in the legislature cafeteria.
