All PCGS Monthly Meetings are free and open to the Public
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Peoria’s Civil War Camps
Pettengill-Morron House Museum 1212 W. Moss Ave, Peoria, IL, United StatesNo doubt many Peoria County Genealogy Society members have traced ancestors who served in the Civil War. If they resided in Peoria County, those men were walking the grounds of Camp Peoria, east of downtown, or Camp Lyon located in the upper Glen Oak Park area at Prospect Road and Arcadia Avenue. Today, a monument…
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My Heritage – Overview of Genealogy Online Platform
Peoria Public Library North Branch 3001 West Grand Parkway, Peoria, IL, United StatesMyHeritage — one of the "big four" genealogy online platforms -- offers a number of unique features and research tools. Kerry Knodle will provide an overview of the platform, highlighting key features, uses, and strengths and will offer a comparison to the "other three". For in-person attendees, feel free to bring your laptop to explore…
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National Archives Great Lakes Region – How to Get the Most Out of Your Visit
Zoom (online)NARA’s Great Lakes Regional Archives in Chicago has a wealth of genealogical information for family history researchers of all levels. Resources, both onsite and online, can provide new avenues to further your family tree. Onsite Record Collections include hundreds of 20th century city directories not found online, naturalizations, court papers, maritime records and Native American…
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Orphan Train Experience: NYC to Midwest
Peoria Public Library North Branch 3001 West Grand Parkway, Peoria, IL, United StatesAuthor and orphan train historian Renée Wendinger shares the story of her mother, one of the children of the orphan trains, who took part in a phenomenal journey from New York City to the Midwest with others like herself. Inspired by her mother, Renée Wendinger offers a historical symposium to educators and schools, community and…
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