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Online Conference: Researching 17th-Century Settlers to New England

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Presented by Robert Charles Anderson, FASG; Christopher C. Child; David Curtis Dearborn, FASG; Lindsay Fulton; Alicia Crane Williams, FASG

Access to Five Pre-Recorded Classes starting July 16 until October 31, 2021
Live panel discussion with instructors Saturday, July 24 2:00 – 3:30 PM
Cost: $125

The 17th-century colonists in New England are one of the most studied groups on the planet. Prior to 1700, the European population of the area was still sufficiently small and compact enough to be manageable from a genealogical standpoint. In many cases, town vital records, church, colony, court, probate, land, military, and tax records not only have survived, but have been abstracted and published. Through this online seminar, you will learn how to make real headway in your early New England research by using go-to published sources, original records, and targeted research strategies, while gaining valuable historical context to understand your ancestors’ lives and motivations.

Topics Include:

• • Puritan Pedigrees: The Deep Roots of the Great Migration to New England, Presented by Robert Charles Anderson, FASG
  This first session lays the groundwork of understanding the genealogical and ideological connections among the Puritans who settled New England and discusses why they emigrated from England.


• • Settlement of New England, Presented by David Curtis Dearborn, FASG
  From Plymouth Colony to the frontiers of northern New England, early migration and settlement patterns are complex. By understanding the movements of New England’s earliest settlers, you will gain a valuable overview to the region’s history. This understanding may also inform genealogical conclusions about your own ancestors.


• • 17th-Century Published Resources, Presented by Lindsay Fulton
  Don’t reinvent the wheel! Many of New England’s early families have been researched and their records transcribed or compiled as published sources. This class will direct you to essential finding aids, study projects, and scholarship.


• • Working in and Understanding Original Records, Presented by Alicia Crane Williams, FASG
  While much has been transcribed and published, there are still instances in which you will need to locate original records, decipher 17th century handwriting, and understand nomenclature particular to this time and place. Alicia Crane Williams illustrates how to go about working and understanding important primary sources.


• • Breaking Down Genealogical Brick Walls in 17th c. New England, Presented by Christopher C. Child
  As with most areas of family history, early New England is not without its challenges. Common names, missing maiden names, and unknown origins are just some of the issues facing family historians for this period. Using a number of case studies, Christopher C. Child will bring to light some lesser known resources, discuss strategies for breaking down genealogical brick walls, and even use DNA to solve a genealogical brick wall.

Through your participation in this online conference, you will be able to:

• • Access 5+ hours of pre-recorded presentations
• • Hear from renowned speakers, authors, and professional genealogists
• • Interact with the instructors and fellow attendees
• • Take advantage of special offers and virtual “door prizes"
• • Download and/or print handouts, worksheets, and other resources
• • Access recordings of each presentation until October 31, 2021

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