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Discover Your Roots: Genealogy and Local History Fair

April 27, 2019 - 10:00 - 16:00

Are you interested in family history?  Curious about the history of Ottawa?  Drop in to:

  • Enjoy genealogy and local history presentations
  • Visit displays from local museums, historical and genealogy societies
  • Bring your questions for consultation with genealogy specialists in the Resource Room

Presentations:

  • 10:00 a.m.:  Research in Archives, Libraries, Historical Societies – Library and Archves Canada, BIFHSGO, OPL
  • 11:00 a.m.:  DNA: What do the matches mean? – Leanne Cooper
  • 1:00 p.m.:   Free Online Resources for the Frugal Genealogist – Gail Dever, Genealogy à la carte
  • 2:00 p.m.:   House History: Researching Your Building or Property – Stuart Clarkson, City of Ottawa Archives

All activities are free.  Registration not required.  Offered in partnership with British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa (BIFHSGO)

Details

Date:
April 27, 2019
Time:
10:00 - 16:00
Event Category:
Website:
https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/discover-your-roots-genealogy-and-local-history-fair-0

Venue

OPL, Nepean Centrepointe Branch
101 Centrepointe Drive
Ottawa, Ontario K2G 5K7 Canada
Phone:
(613) 580-2940
Website:
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