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Genealogy for Beginners

Discovering Your Roots
2023-09-11 17:30:00 2023-09-11 19:00:00 America/Chicago Genealogy for Beginners Want to research your family history, but aren't sure where to start? Join us for a beginner workshop that will introduce you to the free genealogy databases available at the library. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Monday, September 11
5:30pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-11 17:30:00 2023-09-11 19:00:00 America/Chicago Genealogy for Beginners Want to research your family history, but aren't sure where to start? Join us for a beginner workshop that will introduce you to the free genealogy databases available at the library. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Want to research your family history, but aren't sure where to start? Join us for a beginner workshop that will introduce you to the free genealogy databases available at the library.

Join us for a beginner workshop that will introduce you to the free genealogy databases available at the library and teach you how to begin to navigate them.  Genealogy is a journey of self-discovery that can teach you as much about yourself as it does about those who came before you. Let us help you to start your story. This workshop is offered free-of-charge, but registration is required. Register by clicking the button on the left or by calling or visiting the library. This program will be facilitated by library staff. 

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Genealogy Events |

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Detroit Lakes Public Library
Phone: 218-847-2168
Hours
Mon, Mar 24 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 25 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Mar 26 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Mar 27 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Mar 28 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 29 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Mar 30 Closed
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The Detroit Lakes Public Library is located in downtown Detroit Lakes at the intersection of Washinton Ave. and Frazee Street. The library offers two meeting rooms, four study rooms, a legal kiosk, free Wi-Fi and much more.

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