Genealogy 101: Establish Deep Roots on Your Family Tree

This presentation introduces beginners to the essential skills, standards, and strategies needed to build a reliable family tree. This session covers how to start with what you know, evaluate evidence, organize research, and use key record groups such as census, vital, church, and probate records. Attendees will learn how to avoid common beginner pitfalls, apply the Genealogy Standards to ensure accuracy, and develop sound research habits that set the foundation for long-term success. This is an In Person Event.