Exit, Enter, Commit: Emigration, Immigration, and Naturalization explores the historical movement of people from Europe to North America, examining emigration records from European departure points, immigration documentation at U.S. and Canadian ports of entry, and the evolving U.S. naturalization process. The presentation reveals how citizenship requirements have evolved and highlights surprising historical facts, such as specific conditions that could result in women losing their American citizenship status.

Since the 1980s, Thomas Koselka has dedicated himself to exploring his family lineage. He has previously served as the President of the Michigan Genealogical Council, the Detroit Society for Genealogical Research, and the Dearborn Genealogical Society. Tom actively contributes as a board member, mentor, and advisor to multiple genealogical societies across Michigan. Additionally, he is a proud member of esteemed organizations, including the Association of Professional Genealogists, Ontario Ancestors, and the National Genealogical Society. Retiring from Dearborn Music, Tom resides in Westland, Michigan, alongside his spouse, Valerie, who shares his passion for genealogy.

Tyler Moll from the Wayne Historical Museum will be presenting in person, "Eloise Asylum - The Wayne County Poor House and Asylum."   The Wayne County Poorhouse and Asylum, also known as Eloise, is the source of many myths and its legacy has been tainted by ghost stories. Come hear the true history of one of the largest Poorhouse complexes in the United States over its 147 year history. Tyler Moll is the director of the Wayne Historical Museum and an Exhibit Designer for the Dearborn Historical Museum. He has a masters in Historic Preservation from Eastern Michigan University. Remote access using TEAMS meetings will be sent out to members the week prior.  

Dr. Claire-Marie Brisson will be remotely presenting, "Nain Rouge and the Making of Detroit: Three Centuries of French-Canadian Legend."     Dr. Claire -Marie Brisson is preceptor of academic studies in French at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.  Her newest book, "Michiganaise: Tracing Francophone Identity in the Great Lakes" is now available for purchase at the Wayne State University Press Website.

Remote access using TEAMS meetings will be sent out to members the week prior.