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Beginning African-American Genealogy

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Young Adult, Adult
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Program Description

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Looking to jumpstart your genealogy and family research?  Join us for an informative session on researching African-American genealogy. We will cover how to trace your African American ancestors back to the 1870 Census. You will also receive clues on how to continue you search to before the Civil War era.

Registration is required. This program is free and open to the public. For more information or to register, call 281-238-2100 or sign up on the event page.