Monthly Archives: February 2015

Slave Songs of Augusta

Don’t forget to join us in the main auditorium of the Headquarters Library on Saturday at 11:00 am for SLAVES SONGS OF AUGUSTA, presented by Robert Hester with musical accompaniment by local African-American choral group Creative Impressions. SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL … Continue reading

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Black History Month Programs

In honor of Black History Month, the Georgia Heritage Room of the Augusta-Richmond County Public Library will exhibit a collection of rare and antique books on African-American history from the Elvin Thompson collection. The exhibit will run through the month … Continue reading

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Basic Genealogy Tutorial

For anyone interested in starting their family history project, the Georgia Heritage Room will host a Beginner’s Genealogy workshop on Saturday, February 21st at the Main Library downtown in the 3rd floor computer lab. The class will begin at 10:30am and … Continue reading

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Augusta-Richmond County Public Library Becomes FamilySearch Affiliate Library

Press Release 19 February 2015 Augusta-Richmond County Public Library Expands Genealogy Resources SALT LAKE CITY—Augusta-Richmond County Public Library announced today it is the newest FamilySearch affiliate library. The new description means library patrons will have greater and more convenient access … Continue reading

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From Deviance to Death Row: A History of Women’s Imprisonment

In light of the recent news that Georgia’s only female death row inmate will be executed later this month, the Georgia Heritage Room is presenting, From Deviance to Death Row: A History of Women’s Imprisonment. Kelly Gissendaner who was sentenced … Continue reading

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