A new NARA Genealogy Series is coming in May and June. The free webinars feature using US National Archives records for genealogy research. I think we all missed last fall’s annual Virtual Genealogy Fair, cancelled because of the pandemic. So it’s great that we’ll be able to attend this new genealogy series.

One big difference: instead of a single-day event, each program session will be broadcast individually. Genealogists are invited to watch and participate in real time with the presenters and other family historians from around the world on YouTube.

NARA Genealogy Series Topics

WHEN: May & June—all sessions begin at 1 p.m. ET

The sessions offer family history research tools on federal records for all skill levels. The May sessions appeal to the beginner and beyond. The June sessions focus on specific topics and are designed for more experienced researchers. All are welcome! Session descriptions, videos, handouts, and participation instructions are available at the Genealogy Series web page.

May 4—Preserving and Digitizing Personal Photo Albums and Scrapbooks

May 12—Finding Genealogy Resources and Tools on Archives.gov

May 19—Tips and Tools for Engaging Family with Your Research Finds

June 1 —From Here to There: Researching Office of Indian Affairs Employees

June 8 —Civil War Union Noncombatant Personnel: Teamsters, Laundresses, Nurses, Sutlers, and More

June 15 —Merchant Marine Records at the National Archives at St. Louis

NARA Genealogy Series Details

WHO: Staff experts in government records from National Archives facilities nationwide.

WHERE: Anywhere! The series will be broadcast on the U.S. National Archives YouTube channel.

HOW: Visit the Genealogy Series web page to watch the broadcasts on YouTube. Participants can watch individual sessions, download materials, ask questions. Attendees can interact with presenters and other family historians. No need to register—just click the links on the schedule to view the sessions!  Videos and handouts will remain available after the event.

Captioning:  Live captioning will be available online with StreamText. If you require an alternative or additional accommodation for the event, please email [email protected].

MORE INFO: NARA Genealogy Series webpage at this link.