The Michigan Germanic Genealogical Society (MiGGS) announces its upcoming virtual meeting featuring a special presentation by John Beatty, CG, on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Beatty will present “German Resources in the Genealogy Center of the Allen County Public Library,” offering invaluable insights into one of the largest genealogical collections in the United States.
During this informative session, Beatty will guide attendees through the extensive German genealogy resources available at the Genealogy Center of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He will highlight key materials, databases, and research strategies that can assist in tracing German ancestry more effectively. This presentation is designed for both beginners and experienced researchers alike.
About the Presenter:
John D. Beatty, CG, is a reference librarian in The Genealogy Center and serves as its principal bibliographer. A Board-certified genealogist, Beatty holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with high honors in History and a Master of Arts degree in History and Library Science with honors, both from the University of Michigan. He is the author of sixteen books on local and family history and has conducted original research on seventeenth- and eighteenth-century families from Ireland, Germany, and Switzerland.
How to Attend:
MiGGS members will receive the Zoom link for this meeting automatically. Non-members who wish to attend may request the link by emailing information@miggs.org.
All MiGGS meetings are free and open to the public.
For more information, visit www.miggs.org or contact information@miggs.org.
During this informative session, Beatty will guide attendees through the extensive German genealogy resources available at the Genealogy Center of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He will highlight key materials, databases, and research strategies that can assist in tracing German ancestry more effectively. This presentation is designed for both beginners and experienced researchers alike.
About the Presenter:
John D. Beatty, CG, is a reference librarian in The Genealogy Center and serves as its principal bibliographer. A Board-certified genealogist, Beatty holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with high honors in History and a Master of Arts degree in History and Library Science with honors, both from the University of Michigan. He is the author of sixteen books on local and family history and has conducted original research on seventeenth- and eighteenth-century families from Ireland, Germany, and Switzerland.
How to Attend:
MiGGS members will receive the Zoom link for this meeting automatically. Non-members who wish to attend may request the link by emailing information@miggs.org.
All MiGGS meetings are free and open to the public.
For more information, visit www.miggs.org or contact information@miggs.org.