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The Society of Friends: Research in Quaker Records 

Presented by Rhonda R. McClure
Cost: $85

Since the mid-seventeenth century Quakers settled in America and Canada; by 1750 Quakerism was the third largest religion in the British colonies. If you have colonial ancestry in America, there's a good chance there’s a Quaker in your family tree. Fortunately, record keeping was an important part of Quaker meetings. These records provide a wealth of information on its members including vital events, removals, disownings, and more. In this three-session online course, Senior Genealogist Rhonda R. McClure will provide a brief history of Quakerism and its beliefs in the United Kingdom, Canada, and America; discuss records and recordkeeping—what exists, what information is provided, and where to find these records; and offer strategies for piecing together the story of your Quaker ancestor.

This course includes exclusive access to 4+ hours’ worth of instructional video, handouts, and other materials.

Once you complete your registration, you will receive an email with a link to the course page. You can also access this page under “My Account”> “Digital Content.” You will have access to course materials for the foreseeable future.

COURSE TOPICS

Class 1: Quakerism: A Brief History, Beliefs, Persecution, and Legacy 

This first class will provide the historical context for the origins of Quakerism in the United Kingdom and its subsequent spread across the United States and Canada during the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. We will also discuss clues to identifying Quakers in your family tree.

Class 2: Quaker Records

Luckily, Quaker Meetings throughout history have been heavily documented. These records include genealogical information such as member lists, vital events, removals, punishments, and more. This class session will discuss what types of records exist, what information they contain, and how/where to access them. We'll also demonstrate how to identify your ancestor's meeting.

Class 3: Reading and Understanding Quaker Records

This final session will discuss how to read and understand Quaker records—navigating unique terminology, dating systems, and religious circumstances—wrapping up with a case study. 

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