Events can be custom designed to your specific needs or you can select from a
variety of topics that our staff has already prepared. Presentations use a variety of
media and can last from 45 minutes to full day workshops or seminars.
For further information or to schedule an outreach event or presentation by NAGC & NL staff, call or email us at genealogy@nagcnl.org
For further information or to schedule an outreach event or presentation by NAGC & NL staff, call or email us at genealogy@nagcnl.org
Schedule an NAGC & NL outreach event today! Events can be custom designed to your specific needs or you can select from this list of topics
Genealogical resources and research techniques at the Norwegian American Genealogical Center & Naeseth Library — Overview of the collection and resources available at NAGC & NL.
Can the Norwegian American Genealogical Center & Naeseth Library help me find MY Ole Olson? — Resources and methods available at NAGC & NL to help you find your ancestors in Norway and help track them in the United States.
Black sheep, horse thieves and some nice people grow on family trees — The basics of how to research, organize, and document a genealogical project.
Naturalization: The final step toward Americanization? — Did your immigrant ancestor start or complete the process? What were the steps and what types of records were generated.
Unraveling the myth of Ellis Island—Many stories abound about what happened to our ancestors during their stay at Ellis Island — Debunks many of the stories and explains the steps taken to gain entry to America.
Making sense of the census—Tips on how to find your people from 1790 to 1920. Also includes discussion about state census information.
Government records often overlooked and misunderstood—A review of less important but valuable records that can provide information. Land records, military records, probate and social security. Also, let’s take another look at those vital records.
Organization and Documentation: The two cuss words in genealogy — Basics of how to organize and the purpose of documenting the information as you find it.
Causes of migration and the experience during the 19th century — Explanation of why our ancestors packed their bags and headed not only to America, but other points west.
How to avoid 30 years of passenger list research — Tips to finding the right passenger list without reading every list that has survived.
