Adult - An unexpected natural disaster can create a genealogical catastrophe. Join us as we discuss how to protect your research, artifacts, and heirlooms with a genealogy disaster preparedness plan. Registration is required.
The Hand and the Glove: Researching Ancestors in Wills, Land and Property Records. Explore case studies and learn how to analyze the records of slaveholding families to identify enslaved family members. Participate virtually from home or at the Concord Library. Presented in partnership with KAA-MaCC. Registration required: call 704-920-2061 or email lmkesler@cabarruscounty.us. This program is […]
Adult – Prior to the invention of the telephone book, most cities and even small towns had a directory listing information on their inhabitants. See how city and business directories are filled with clues to better understand your ancestors. Registration required.
Ledgers from businesses, schools, and individuals are an often-untapped genealogical resource. Find out how these accountings can provide insight into your ancestors as business owners, students, and customers. Registration required.
Leslie and Denise reprise a popular program from earlier this year. Join them as they caper through Cabarrus County history with tales of adventure from the local history reference desk. Registration required.
Maps hold a wealth of clues for genealogists and local historians. Join us for a discussion about finding and using maps in your research. Registration required.
Adult - Interested in tracing your family tree? This class offers encouragement, advice, and a chance to ask plenty of questions.
Join us for a RootsTech watch party as we view and discuss sessions from the annual family history conference. Registration is required.
Join us for some family history fun as we kick off the summer season with Genealogy Game Day. Play a trivia challenge, bingo, and more! Registration required.
Editor Bernard Davis Jr. shares the story of Laura Misenheimer-Dry, a Cabarrus woman who was born into slavery and emancipated at age sixteen. Hear how he worked with descendants to make sure the experiences of Laura and her mother Luce continue to be known and shared. Sponsored by the Concord Friends of the Library. No […]
Explore the cutting-edge full-text search in FamilySearch Labs and discover innovative tools for handwritten text recognition. Registration required.
Discover how genealogists are harnessing new AI tools to enhance their research. Registration required.