Genealogy & Family History
Learn basic genealogy research skills and discover family history resources you can use to build your family tree.
Busting Genealogy Myths
- Feb 1, 2–3:30pm
- Blackfoot Room
Did the government change your ancestor’s name at Ellis Island? Is the census really held for 72 years due to privacy concerns? Learn about several common – and completely false – genealogy myths.
Intro to Irish Research
- Mar 1, 2–3:30pm
- Cooper B
A very basic introduction to researching your Irish ancestry.
Getting Started with FamilySearch
- Apr 9, 2–4pm
- Cooper A
Volunteers from the Kalispell FamilySearch Center will help you start building your family tree and preserving memories with one of the world’s most powerful genealogy programs. Participants should bring their own laptop or tablet and their FamilySearch account login information.
Tracing Trades: Unearthing Your Ancestors' Occupations
- May 10, 2–3:30pm
- Blackfoot
The staff of the Allen County (Indiana) Public Library’s Genealogy Center will present a live, virtual program on how to discover what your ancestors did for a living.