Family History Heyday

Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society introduces Family History Heyday, a new one-day virtual experience for the curious hobbyist, as well as the committed researcher. Guests may take in one or more of the online sessions offered Saturday, October 17 at 9 am and 1:30 pm.

PLEASE NOTE: The 10:30 session with Neicy DeShields-Moulton has been CANCELED.

Cost: $15 per live steam. Register at bit.ly/FamilyHistoryHeyday or call 717.393.9745.

Darvin Martin kicks off the morning with Using Ancestry.com’s Newest Feature– DNA ThruLinesTM to Enhance Family History. This cutting-edge tool compares your family tree with the results from your DNA matches and finds potential new ancestors.

[9:00 am – 10:00 am]

The afternoon keynote by John Brown delves into Little Known Facts About Colonial Lancaster County. He focuses on the diversity of the early settlers seeking religious freedom in Lancaster County.

[1:30 pm – 3:00 pm]