Walkabout at the Midwest Genealogy Center

Fri, May 31 2024

10:30am - 11:30am

Midwest Genealogy Center Programming Room

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Subjects

Genealogy

Age Group

For adults

Presenter

Staff Midwest Genealogy Center

Registration

Registration Required

Take a walk around the Midwest Genealogy Center and learn about the valuable resources available for genealogy and historical research. Each department will be explored as we tour the building, displays, periodicals, microforms, rare books, maps, and more. This beginner-level class will be held in person.

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