Join us as we hear from Paula K Stuart-Warren CG®, FMGS, FUGA, an internationally recognized genealogical educator, researcher, and consultant focusing on unusual resources, manuscripts, methodology, and analyzing records.

Paula's talk titled Tho’ They Were Poor, They May Have Been Rich in Records focuses on helping researchers remove the notion that poorer ancestors are untraceable because they didn't leave a paper trail. So many researchers put up artificial brick walls because their ancestors weren't landowners, were perennial renters staying one step ahead of the bill collector, or didn't leave behind a ten page will listing all the children. Many researchers figure that the trail runs cold, but that is far from the truth.

Our poorer relatives are traceable, and, because they were poor and often needed some kind of assistance, may have left more helpful records than one might think. Some of the record keepers made side comments about our poorer ancestors in these records which may lead to other sources and relationships. The various records, sources for tracking them down, and dealing with the sometimes-painful aspects of the information found will be discussed.

Visuals will demonstrate the extensive information which may be found. The examples span many states and time periods and both private organizations and government agencies at many levels.

Why you should attend:

• Improve research skills by learning about new records sources and methodology practices
•  Learn directly from an internationally recognized Genealogy lecturer and teacher
• Discover or re-discover your passion for family history research and the amazing resources to assist you thru the Family History Research Center at the Clayton Library Campus. 

This event will take place online via Microsoft Teams through the Family History Research Center at the Clayton Library Campus on Friday March 28, 2025 at 2 PM.

This event is free and open to the public.