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Seminar Description

Records like birth certificates and marriage licenses are commonly used by genealogists, but knowing about a city’s unique records and where to find them can make tracking elusive ancestors even easier. This one-day seminar will cover records, research repositories, online tools, and strategies specific to tracking down former Chicagoans. Although not meant as an introduction to genealogy, the seminar is open to researchers of all levels.

One session. E – $85, R – $93.50

Ginger Frere, MLIS, is a professional researcher who provides a variety of research services to authors, professional historians, film makers, and individuals interested in genealogy. She is a frequent speaker in the Chicagoland area.

Materials List

Required:

• There are no required materials for this seminar.

First Reading:

• There is no reading assignment for the first class.

Registration Information

• Online registration opens at 9 am (CST) on Tuesday, January 7.
• Phone registration opens at 12 pm (CST) on Wednesday, January 8.

Early registration (E) prices are in effect from January 7 at 9 am through January 24 at 4 pm. Regular registration (R) prices are in effect January 24 at 4 pm through the end of the term.

We offer a 10% discount to members, seniors, and students.

Need Help? Please email seminars@newberry.org.

This seminar is part of the Newberry’s Seminars Program. Learn more about registering for a seminar, program policies and procedures, or teaching a seminar.