Introduction to Becoming a Genealogist and Family Historian

Part One of the Unlocking the Past: Master the Art of Genealogy - From Research to Storytelling series

During this stand alone session, patrons will learn basic skills to becoming a genealogist and family historian.  We will reflect on the motivations and objectives for why we research.  We will learn many of the basic definitions, abbreviations, symbols, and terms that patrons will come across as they conduct family research.

Susan J. Court, M.A., J.D., is a genealogist and author of 12 family histories, many of which are in the collections of historical societies or museums, and 15 genealogy or history articles; a frequent lecturer on genealogy and moderator of genealogy discussion groups;  a member of nine genealogical or historical societies in the United States and Great Britain, including the Kentucky Genealogical Society where she serves as a Member of the Board; and a member of the U.S.D 1812 (River Raisin Chapter).