Curious about your family's origins in the heartland of America? The Dakota County Historical Society may have some answers. They're gearing up to host a genealogy workshop titled "Immigrant Settlement in the American Midwest" on Thursday, March 21 at 7 p.m. for both local history buffs and novices alike. Whether you can be there in person at the Lawshe Memorial Museum in South St. Paul, or prefer to tune in from the comfort of your home via Zoom, this event is set to uncover the stories of ancestral migration that shaped the Midwest.
Interested parties should act quickly to register, with a $10 fee for non-members and a complimentary pass for those already in the DCHS fold. Sources close to the organization confirm that securing your spot is easy—just call 651-552-7548 or visit their website for all the details.
Elizabeth Williams Gomoll, CG, no stranger to the world of professional genealogy, will be helming the lecture. She comes decorated with seven awards for her contributions to genealogic studies and boasts a presidency at the Association of Professional Genealogists Northland Chapter, a directorship at the Minnesota Genealogical Society, and the role of co-editor at Minnesota Genealogist magazine.
Gomoll plans to thoroughly dig into why so many chose to uproot and try to fully become part of the fabric of the United States—to move about within its vast expanse searching for place and purpose. Participants can expect to learn new strategies to trace their lineage, unravel family lore, and potentially break through the obstacles that have kept them from connecting with their forebears. And for those fearing a dead end, Gomoll aims to equip you with the tools to reignite your quest into the past.
