NARA's Pacific Alaska Region (Seattle, WA)

Special Events and Workshops

Updated September 25, 2009

Let's also meet for lunch at the "brick wall", the SECOND Thursday of each month. Bring your lunch and your brick-wall problem and a group of archivists will meet you between 11:30 and 1:00. FREE

Workshop and Event Schedule
Bring Your Group to the Archives!
Primarily Teaching Workshop for Educators
How to Register for Workshops

We offer workshops that address the federal agency records held at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) - Pacific Alaska Region (Seattle).

Date:	Scheduled Workshops: (to schedule a special workshop at the archives for your school, genealogical society, or other group see Workshops for Groups):	Time:
Saturday, January 9, 2010	The National Archives Online The National Archives holds over ninety six BILLION original documents, created by over five hundred federal agencies. These documents are just waiting there to be an important part of your historical project, lesson plan, or family history research project. The National Archives is working DAILY to make these records more available by placing document descriptions AND digital images online. Come learn how to find them.	10:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Saturday, January 9, 2010	Overview of the National Archives What is a Repository? What is an Original Document? What does NARA-Pacific Alaska Region, Seattle WA have to offer? An overview of the types of documents held and how the public can access the information. Please bring your questions and know your answer may require some research...	1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Saturday, July 10, 2010	Overview of the National Archives	10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Saturday, July 10, 2010	The National Archives Online	1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Brick Wall Genealogy Discussion Group Come bring your brown-bag lunch and your "impossible genealogy problem" and our knowledgeable staff will brainstorm possible solutions! All sessions are FREE and are held from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
Thursday, October 8, 2009	Thursday, February 11, 2010	Thursday, June 10, 2010
Thursday, November 12, 2009	Thursday, March 11, 2010	Thursday, July 8, 2010
Thursday, December 10, 2009	Thursday, April 8, 2010	Thursday, August 12, 2010
Thursday, January 14, 2010	Thursday, May 13, 2010	Thursday, September 9, 2010

Classes and Workshops Available for Groups
at the National Archives and Records Administration Pacific Alaska Region

See our flyer on Bringing Your Group to the Archives
(by appointment during regular office hours only)

Our convenient facility can accomodate groups between 8 and 40 adults.
Appointments for your group must be made in advance and the workshop must take place during our regular office hours, between 7:45 AM and 4:15 PM, Monday through Friday, or the second Saturday of each month between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.[except Federal holidays]. Free. For reservations and available dates and times, please call 206-336-5115 or 206-336-5151

(Educators: Please note that there are special requirements for groups of school children. Please refer to our education flyer or call us for details at 206-336-5151.)

All classes can be presented as 2 to 3 hour workshops or 1 hour lectures. Additionally, a tour of the facility is often included.

Workshops and Classes about National Archives Records

The National Archives Online
Methods for Finding and Using NARA Records
NARA Resources for Federal Court and Prison Records
Immigration and Naturalization Records
NARA Resources for Chinese Research
NARA Resources for American Indian Research
- Pacific Northwest Tribes
- Five Civilized Tribes (Cherokee, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Seminole, and Creek)
Naval Reserve Records at the National Archives in Seattle
Obtaining Copies of Your Own Military and Veterans' Records

Genealogy, Family and Community History Workshops

Beginning Computer Genealogy
Organizing a Family History Project
Beginning Research-Resources for Family and Community History
Immigration and Naturalization Records
US Military Records for Family, Community, and US History

Workshops for Teachers and Students

Primarily Teaching Workshop
Finding and using Primary Sources in the classroom
Citing Primary Sources
Teacher's Afternoon (Guided Research)
History Day Presentations

Workshops for Everyone (1 hour only. No tour)

Japanese Balloon Bombs in the US During World War II
The Sunshine Mine Disaster (Idaho)
Cultural Change in American Indian Societies as Evidenced in NARA Documents

Cost: All suggested donations, if requested, are payable by cash or check at the door.

Location: NARA-Pacific Alaska Region, 6125 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115. Classes are held either in the upstairs Conference Room or our new Learning Center.

Registration: Advance registration is advised. Classes are held on a first come, first served basis. To register, call 206-336-5115, or e-mail: seattle.archives@nara.gov, or in person during normal business hours, 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Cancellation policy: We reserve the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment or adverse weather.