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Materials may not be borrowed, but photocopiers are available. The Archives has eight public workstations equipped for Internet access. The Archives reference staff is always willing to help beginning genealogists, answer specific questions, or assist visitors in finding desired materials. For the convenience of patrons, the Archives sells a variety of genealogical forms at cost. Also for sale are a number of reference works relating to Champaign County history and genealogy. Copies of these materials are on display in the Archives. Be sure to check out our favorite Internet links for genealogy. If you need materials not owned by the Archives, we can often get them for you on interlibrary loan. While group visits are welcomed, the Archives does have limited space. Therefore, advance notice of such a visit is appreciated, so that scheduling conflicts can be avoided. Spring 2008 Workshop Series: Genealogy and Local History To register for any of our Spring Workshops, pick up an application form at Parkland College or in the Champaign County Historical Archives at The Urbana Free Library, 210 West Green Street, Urbana. You can also register online through the Parkland College website. History of Local Theatres, Past and Present Learn about Champaign-Urbana opera houses and theatres no longer in existence with Perry Morris. Discover some of the history of theatres that are still with us, including some of the stars and big movies that played here.
Saturday, February 23 Research Great Britain Maynard Brichford will lead you to survey resources for genealogical research. Discover family records, published guides and histories, archival sources, local records and maps. Explore systems for recording vital statistics and family data. Time will be allotted for discussion of specific research questions. Prerequisite: Introduction to Genealogy
Saturday, March 29 Genealogy: It's a Matter of Degrees Learn how to read, understand, and draw land descriptions written in metes and bounds, as used in the colonies and the eastern or state land states. If you've always wondered how to begin at a black oak and end up at a stake and stones, Candace Wilmot will show you how. You will plat several provided deeds and you may also bring a deed of your own to work on. This will NOT cover the rectangular survey used in the public land states. Prerequisite: Introduction to Genealogy
Saturday, April 5 Reading the History in Old Family Photographs Learn about the rich historical and cultural information found in ordinary 19th-century photographs. Lecture and hands-on analysis will help you determine the ages of your family images and much about the social conventions and fashions they record. Instructor Dwain Berggren will also provide information on how to best preserve and display these family treasures. Saturdays, May 3 and 10 |
