HOUSTON- Houston, Tx.—The Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society, Inc.- Willie Lee Gay H-Town Chapter, will present a family history workshop on Saturday, February, 23, 2013, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at Aunt Bea’s Restaurant located at 5422 North Freeway (I-45 North at Tidwell).
The family research workshop is an informative multi-media presentation that addresses challenges of African-American genealogical research and available resources for beginning and intermediate researchers. Attendees are encouraged to bring their laptops. The Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society, Inc. – Willie Lee Gay H-Town Chapter, is a member of AAHGS, the Washington, D.C. premier institution for African ancestry, family history and genealogy in the United States. The H-Town Chapter’s primary task is to nurture the interest and collaboration of genealogical and family history research, with emphasis on, though not limited to people of African descent. The chapter further seeks to preserve the local history and cultural heritage of people of African descent in the State of Texas.
The cost of the workshop is $25.00 and includes a meal and session handout. There will be no registration at the door. Register online at: http://htown.aahgs.org/ Deadline to register is Wednesday, February 20th.
