Author Archives: genealogy

Every October, Reese Library Special Collections celebrates Georgia Archives Month. Georgia Archives Month is a way to celebrate the value of Georgia’s historical records, publicize the many ways historical records enrich our lives, and recognize those who maintain our communities’ … Continue reading →

Don Rhodes will speak at 2:00 in the auditorium about Butterfly McQueen. He interviewed her twice and also found her Emmy in the rubble of her house after her death. Following his talk, we will play the digital oral history … Continue reading →

Pastor Goodman and Tabernacle Baptist Church have generously donated about 300 African American funeral programs to add to Georgia Room’s funeral home collection. The names from the funeral programs have not been added to the database yet- this will occur … Continue reading →

Monday, September 17th, marked the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Antietam. NPR replayed a very interesting and enlightening interview with Drew Gilpin Faust, a history professor and president of Harvard University. Ms. Faust wrote a book in 2008, titled … Continue reading →

We have some programs coming up in October and November that may be of interest. On October 18th we will have program in the computer lab about exploring the 1940 census. Next is a walking tour of Magnolia Cemetery on … Continue reading →

If you would like to express your dismay and displeasure over the Georgia Archives closing to the public, we have provided a quick reference sheet on who to contact: Governor Nathan Deal If you would like to express your dismay … Continue reading →

Shocking news was revealed to the genealogy community today with the announcement that the Georgia Archives will be closed to the public effective November 1, 2012. If a researcher wants to access the Georgia Archives, he or she will need … Continue reading →

Our Intermediate Genealogy class that was scheduled for this Saturday, the 15th has been canceled and will be rescheduled later. Keep up to date with any future genealogy events by reading this blog or the library’s monthly newsletter. by Aspasia … Continue reading →

Spend your Labor Day weekend learning about your ancestors! Ancestry.com is allowing non-subscribers to access the U.S. Census Collection (1790-1940) from now until Monday, September 3rd! by Aspasia Luster