WELCOME TO THE NORTHERN ARIZONA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY - We are a non-profit dedicated to all aspects of genealogy, providing access to local records and other genealogical information. The Society serves genealogists throughout Yavapai and Coconino Counties. Explore our website and consider becoming a member.
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Saturday, 27 July 2024, 1 PM - Immigration via Steamship Heather Pouliot Kisilywicz MLIS
Join us for a one-hour workshop to improve your genealogy and history research skills and uncover the hidden stories within passenger lists, naturalization records, and census data that can shed light on your ancestor’s diverse journeys between 1830s to 1940s to the United States of America.
Heather Pouliot Kisilywicz is a cultural heritage professional experienced in collections management, interpretation and education. She is the Principal at Ancestor Answers LLC, a consulting and research firm that works with libraries, museums, historical societies, and private collectors. Previously, she was the Executive Director of the South County Museum. She earned a master’s in library and information science and a Bachelor of Science in marketing from the University of Rhode Island. She is a member of the Society of American Archivists (SAA), the Association of Professional Genealogists (APG), and Vice President of the Rhode Island Genealogical Society (RIGS). Heather was appointed by the State of Rhode Island Speaker of the House as a RI250 commissioner. Heather is a frequent speaker and workshop facilitator focused on inspiring research using primary sources, digital preservation, and information literacy. She resides in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, with her three sons and her dog, Hugo. Lily, the cat, chooses to live with them.
This is a hybrid meeting - join from home by ZOOM or attend in person at 1001 Ruth Street Prescott.
Saturday, 24 August 2024, 1 PM - Using the Internet Effectively in Genealogical Research Suzanne Young Brayer
The majority of us do 90% of our research online. Fortunately for us, thousands of digitized documents are being uploaded daily. The problem can be how to find them. Today I hope to provide you with some suggestions on how to make the most of your online research. I also would like to offer you some tips on how the internet can make you a better genealogist.
Suzanne Young Brayer is an educator, historical researcher and avid genealogist. She graduated BA and MA in history and education from Arizona State University. Her fascination with history was a natural segue into the field of family history. From Mayflower ancestors to Quakers to Revolutionary War patriots to 19th century German immigrants and a few criminals along the way, she, like most of us, represents the “melting pot” of American culture. She has taught genealogy classes and spoken to numerous groups throughout Arizona and the West. She is a lecturer, teacher and genealogist with over 35 years experience.
This is a hybrid meeting - join from home by ZOOM or attend in person at 1001 Ruth Street Prescott. Register Here
Saturday, 28 September 2024, Family Discovery Day - This free community event will take place from 12:30 - 4:30 pm at 1001 Ruth Street in Prescott.
There will be a variety of table displays and presentations. . . COME LEARN ABOUT YOUR FAMILY HISTORY - BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY!
INFORMATION TABLES: A series of four Classes will be offered at 1, 2, and 3 PM: Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records. 1:00 - Ellis Island History & Experiences. Black Family Genealogy & History Society. Colonial America Resources, part 1. Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR): Tips & Tricks for Finding Your Family. General George Crook and Yavapai Chapters. Census Records. Daughters of Utah Pioneers. FamilySearch 101 - Getting Started. Family History Society of Arizona. 2:00 - Newspaper Research. FamilySearch. Colonial America Resources, part 2. Northern Arizona Genealogical Society (NAGS). Blogs for sharing Family History. Sharlot Hall Archives. Full Text Searching - Finding Family in a Haystack. Sons of the American Revolution (SAR). 3:00 - Civil War Records Sons of Confederate Veterans of the Civil War. DNA Testing 101 Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. Tips & Tricks for Finding Your Family. Sons of Spanish American War Veterans. Land Records. West Valley Genealogical Society.
The Family Search Center will offer Drop in Tech Support at 2 & 3 pm.
Saturday, 26 October 2024, 1 PM - Using US Maps in Genealogical Research Suzanne Young Brayer
Maps are one of the great resources for finding clues about the lives and life styles of our ancestors. Maps can provide an amazing array of information about our ancestors. Maps can show us when and where boundaries changed, help to recreate a community, plot migration routes, and aid in visualizing a view of the community. This class will look at the many available maps old and new to help pinpoint your ancestors. Atlases, historical maps, military maps, fire insurance maps are all terrific sources. We will discover how to find them and use them.
Suzanne Young Brayer is an educator, historical researcher and avid genealogist. She graduated BA and MA in history and education from Arizona State University. Her fascination with history was a natural segue into the field of family history. From Mayflower ancestors to Quakers to Revolutionary War patriots to 19th century German immigrants and a few criminals along the way, she, like most of us, represents the “melting pot” of American culture. She has taught genealogy classes and spoken to numerous groups throughout Arizona and the West. She is a lecturer, teacher and genealogist with over 35 years experience.
This is a hybrid meeting with Suzanne Young Brayer joining us at 1001 Ruth Street Prescott, or join from home via ZOOM. Register Here
* * * * * * * * * GETTING STARTED WITH ZOOM - You may connect by using a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or mobile telephone. Each type of device will participate in the meeting a little differently. For tablet and mobile you may want to download the Zoom App. You can download the Zoom Client app. For iOS devices look in the app store for “Zoom Cloud Meetings” and for Android it’s in Google Play. Alternately you can get the download at https://ZOOM.us/download#client_4meeting
Here is a link to a 1 minute YouTube Video "How to Join a Zoom Meeting." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIkCmbvAHQQ If you just want to sit in on a Zoom meeting all you need is the ability to watch a video on your computer. If you want to participate you need a microphone. Many computers have a speaker and a microphone built in. If yours does not, you can obtain a headset with a boom microphone. External speakers will improve your experience. If you want to be seen by others you need a web camera. If your computer does not have a camera you can purchase one. There is a good video tutorial at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_8vQDfSzdY And zoom.us has some demonstrations. To run a test of your setup type zoom.us/test into your search bar.
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------------------------------- Meetings are open to the public and are held the fourth Saturday of the month (unless otherwise noted). The meeting starts at 1:00 pm. Meetings during the pandemic will be held online via Zoom. Email: [email protected] for meeting information. Map