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  • African American Genealogy

    Join genealogist LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson for an insightful presentation on the unique approaches and strategies for researching African American ancestry. This lecture will explore key historical and legal developments that have generated valuable genealogical records, particularly for individuals of African descent with roots in the antebellum period. You'll also receive methodological insights and research tips that will provide a solid foundation for tackling your research in any of the former slave states. *Registration required. This is a virtual event.

  • AAHGS Journal Author’s Forum

    Shepherd Park Neighborhood Library 7420 Georgia Ave. NW, Washington, DC

    LaBrenda will discuss the historical and sociological context of the killing of a teenaged ancestor in 1919.

  • The Importance of Developing Research Plans

    Rootstech

    Planning researches is an essential step in the process of meeting the first component of the Genealogical Proof Standard: "reasonably exhaustive research." This session will hep attendees to identify logical sources and efficiently prioritize research steps. Those coming to this session would benefit from understanding the elements of the Genealogical Proof Standard as well as bringing a laptop to the session. This is a virtual presentation.

  • Using Indirect Evidence to Identify Enslaved Parents

    Rootstech

    Genealogy standards have universal application and this session is based on a ase study that illustrates how these standards can be met in where there is a dearth of direct evidence. This is a virtual event.

  • Preserving Your New York Story: Unique Aspects of Researching Enslaved People in New York State

    New York Genealogical and Biographical Society 36 West 44th Street, Suite 711, New York, NY, United States

    Presented By LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson and the NYG&B Team Family history is a fascinating and personal way for everyone to better understand who they are and how our past has shaped us. Genealogy also helps to reveal and strengthen connections between individuals and communities. But how do you get started? Join the NYG&B and guest speaker LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson for a look at the key essentials for beginning your genealogy journey; resources and tips specific to researching enslaved people in New York State history; and how you can preserve your own New York family stories. Participants can join us in person at the NYG&B New York City office or virtually. This is a free program, but registration is required.

  • Using Tax Records to Address Genealogical Issues

    NGS Family History Conference

    This session will survey evidence that can be gleaned from pre-20th century tax records to address a myriad of genealogical questions.

  • An Enslaved Person’s FAN Club

    Online

    Researching family, associates, and neighbors (the “FAN Club”) is particularly useful for proving the identity or parentage of formerly enslaved people because researchers are less likely to find direct evidence of identity or relationships in antebellum records. This webinar will present a proof argument based largely on indirect evidence provided by a FAN Club to identify an enslaved ancestral couple.

  • Preserving Your New York Story

    New York Genealogical and Biographical Society 36 West 44th Street, Suite 711, New York, NY, United States

    Join us as we celebrate a successful first chapter in the “Preserving Your New York Story” series with an in person live-streamed panel discussion! Our genealogists in the series represent expertise in a variety of cultural and geographical areas. Find out more about their professional journeys, what makes research in their fields specific and unique, and take this opportunity to ask the experts your family history questions in real time. Featuring panelists Reem Awad-Rashmawi, Lara Diamond, LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson, and Elizabeth Murray Vargas. Moderated by NYG&B President, D. Joshua Taylor.