Workshops and Programs
- Genealogy Workshops
- Archives Month Events
- Veterans Events
- Professional Development Workshops for Teachers and Student Field Trips
- Family History Game Show at Ellis Island
- Additional Information
Genealogy Workshops
Fall 2009 Genealogy Workshops at 201 Varick St.
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| September 8 | 12:30 - 1:30pm | Finding Family: Using Footnote.com |
| October 20 New Date! |
12:30 - 1:30pm | Finding Family: Using Google.com |
| November 10 | 12:30 - 1:30pm | Finding Family: Using Ancestry.com |
| December 8 | 12:30 - 1:30pm | Finding Family: Next Steps for When You Hit the Brick Wall |
More on these workshops
You can also call us toll-free at 866.840.1752 or e-mail us at
newyork.archives@nara.gov for the latest information.
These workshops are free and open to the public, but space is limited so please register ahead of time. Feel free to bring your lunch.
For more information including some of the workshops and events we have had in past years, see the section below on Workshop Topics.
American Archives Month, October 2009, Events in New York City
Each October, archival repositories at the Federal, state, and local levels hold public programs and special events for American Archives Month to promote our records and services. The National Archives at New York City is proud to celebrate this event throughout October.
See our flyer to learn more about these American Archives Month Events.
| Date/Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| October 9, 12:30 - 2:00pm |
New York's National Treasures at Federal Hall | Federal Hall National Memorial, 26 Wall Street, NYC (see Federal Hall National Memorial for directions) |
| October 10, 12:00 - 3:00pm |
Exploring U.S. Custom House Records | Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House, One Bowling Green, NYC (see Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House for visitor information) |
| October 13, 12:00 - 2:00pm |
National Archives Open House | National Archives at New York City, 201 Varick Street, NYC (call 866-840-1752 toll-free or see our homepage for directions.) |
| October 15, 1:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm |
Family History Game Show | Ellis Island National Monument, Ellis Island, NY, Room 1 West (see Ellis Island for directions and ferry times). More... |
| October 20, 12:30 - 1:30pm |
Finding Family: Using Google.com | National Archives at New York City, 201 Varick Street, NYC (call 866-840-1752 toll-free or see our homepage for directions.) |
Please Note: Some of these programs are held off-site in the New York City area. Please see the web sites indicated for specific directions and visitor information. All Archives Month events are free and open to the public.
Past Archives Month Events
Many sincere thanks to our guest lecturers and all who attended our American Archives Month programs in past years.
Veterans Events
For Veterans and their families:
Each year around Veterans Day (November 11), we celebrate our Veterans for their service to our country. Past activities included films, exhibits, a facility tour, and assisted military records research, and lecture series.
Please check our web site or call (866.840.1752 toll-free) or e-mail us for information on future Veterans Day events.
Family History Game Show at Ellis Island
See our flyer on these events for the 2009 Schedule
What: As a contestant in our live game show, you can learn some basics about our immigrant ancestors and the documents that tell their story, including passenger arrival lists, Federal census records, and naturalization records.
Where: Shows are held in the Ellis Island learning Center, Room 1 West. For directions and ferry times to Ellis Island visit www.ellisisland.org or www.nps.gov/elis.
When: The show runs at 1 pm, 1:30 pm, and 2 pm (20 minutes each) on the following dates:
- September 17, 2009
- October 15, 2009
Registration is not required.
The Family History Game Show is brought to you in partnership by the National Archives at New York City and the National Park Service.
Additional Information
The National Archives at New York City offers a variety of free workshops. We encourage participants to learn about using our resources for genealogical, educational, and other purposes. Our workshops vary throughout the year and tailored to meet the needs of our various audiences.
Past Workshops
Many sincere thanks to our guest lecturers and all who attended our workshops.
Please note that these are past events, and we may not be able to repeat them exactly in terms of the subjects covered. We do try to cover the major genealogy records -- Census, naturalization, passenger arrival records -- every year, and we provide workshops for beginners and experienced researchers. We also offer workshops on "underutilized" records.
Please let us know if you are interested in a particular topic. The New York City staff is knowledgeable about all our archival materials and available to design a workshop to meet a specific audience or genealogical interest. Our staff is available to present lectures at local, state, and regional genealogy functions. Contact us for more information or to set up a workshop.
For additional NARA workshops and courses visit the Nationwide Genealogy Workshops Calendar and the Washington, DC, Programs Calendar.
Tours:
Behind-the-scenes tours of the New York facility are available upon request.
Location:
Workshops are held at the National Archives at New York City facility at 201 Varick Street, 12th Floor, New York City, unless otherwise noted. Please be sure to contact us for off-site locations and directions.
Guest Programs:
We also host programs exclusively for guest organizations, genealogical groups, historical associations, colleges, universities, schools, community groups, and more upon request. Please contact us if your group is interested in an exclusive presentation and tour, or a particular topical program. Guest programs are open to members (current and new prospects) of the guest institutions or organizations.
How To Register for New York Events:
All workshops are free! Workshop and tour space is limited to 40 participants. Prior registration is required. Call us at 866.840.1752 toll-free or e-mail us at newyork.archives@nara.gov to register or for more details.
