All PCGS Monthly Meetings are free and open to the Public
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Illinois Genealogy Research
Midwest and Illinois Genealogy Research Featuring: Michael John Neill This presentation will focus on genealogical research in the State of Illinois, providing an overview of typical courthouse records and materials along with a discussion of various statewide resources. About the Speaker: Michael John Neill https://genealogytipoftheday.com/index.php/about-michael/ Website: https://genealogytipoftheday.com/ Zoom registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/b1TuIGHvTJ-E4gPkX3oCXQ
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Local History & Genealogy Resources at Peoria Public Library
What is hiding in the basement of the Downtown Peoria Public Library? Genealogy GOLD! Join us for an evening with Sue Kaufman, Local History and Genealogy Librarian, to learn how the Peoria Public Library can help you supplement, and possibly revolutionize, your research. Sue will be joining us in-person. Participants may join via Zoom or…
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Girls in White Dresses: Stories spun from the fabric of our lives
"Girls in White Dresses: Stories gathered and tales spun from the fabric of our lives" by Jan Powers Some people collect information and photographs and turn them into a family tree, or maybe a detailed document. Combining my love of writing and painting, I created “Girls in White Dresses,” a visual anthology. At the heart…
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America at 250!
2026 marks the 250-year anniversary of America’s signing of the Declaration of Independence. At the time of America’s independence, the population of the American colonies was about 2.5 million. While 1776 is a pivotal year, the war for independence (the Revolutionary War) was fought from 1775-1783. About 200,000 Americans served in the Patriots’ cause in…
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Family Picnic
Bring your picnic basket and blanket and enjoy a casual evening on the back lawn of the oldest house in Peoria. Place: John Flanagan House Museum, 942 NE Glen Oak Ave, Peoria Date & Time: Thursday, July 9 at 6 pm Co-sponsored by: Peoria Historical Society Peoria County Genealogical Society Daughters of the American Revolution…
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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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