History at Your Fingertips: A Guide to Local & Family History Research

Every family has stories worth discovering. But where do you begin looking for them?

Join Historical Society curator Beth Wemigwase for an engaging introduction to the many online tools, archives, and local resources available to help uncover the past. With a special focus on Harbor Springs and the surrounding area, Wemigwase will demonstrate how to use resources like Ancestry.com, FindAGrave.com, Greenwood Cemetery's Historical Newspaper Database, the Library of Congress Sanborn Maps, and more to discover family connections, explore local history, and bring forgotten stories to light.

With the holidays approaching, it's also a perfect time to gather stories and memories from family members. Learn how a few simple questions around the dinner table, combined with historical research, can help preserve those memories for future generations. Whether you're just beginning your family history journey or looking for new ways to dig deeper, this presentation will offer practical tips, useful resources, and inspiration for your next discovery.

This online presentation is offered free of charge but attendees must register to receive the Zoom link. To register with a donation, use the dropdown menu below or call 231-526-9771. To register without a donation, use this link.