Today’s meeting was wonderful! We had an engaging and knowledgeable speaker and a wonderful attendance of 75 people!
Also a special thank you to the library staff who made us all so welcome! This photo shows a section of the many Native American Genealogy resources available at the library. These resources include the Dawes and Miller Rolls that were mentioned in the program today. There is also a Final Roll of the Five Civilized Tribes Book (one of the red books on the top shelf). The librarians on the second floor can help you if you have any problems finding any resources.
By the way, our speaker will be coming back on October 6th a Beginning Cherokee Genealogy Class:
Cherokee Genealogy, A Beginner’s Guide
Join genealogist Gene Norris Saturday, October 6th at 11am to learn how to research Cherokee family history. Learn how to use birth and death certificates, marriage records, federal census records, family histories and roll books to examine Native American roots.
This is a free event, but registration is required — call 479.856.7250 to sign up.
Gene Norris is the senior genealogist with the Cherokee National Historical Society, Inc. He is a member of the Genealogical Speakers…
Mr. Norris works at the Cherokee Family Research Center. Visit their website to find more information about Cherokee Genealogy Research.
Our Next meeting will be on September 15, 2012 and the program will be on the War of 1812 and Military Records presented by Marcia Connors.