Designed for those who have little or no experience, this workshop, instructed by Duane Roen will help beginners with the task of researching their family history . Duane is a professor of English as well as Vice Provost of ASU at the Polytechnic campus. He is also the Dean of the College of Integrative Sciences […]
Founder of the East Valley DNA Special Interest Group, McKell Keeney is a genealogist experienced in using DNA results to build family trees and connect family members. During this workshop, participants will learn about DNA,how to interpret their DNA results from programs such as Ancestry.com and 23andme.com, as well as how to use that information […]
Ever wondered how to begin the process of writing your family's experiences? Curious about what strategies to use to begin writing about a memorable family member, place, or event? Bring a paper and pen or your laptop, and with the guidance of instructor Duane Roen, participants will respond, in writing, to a series of questions […]
Ever wonder if you have any Germanic branches in your family tree? Want to know more about the German speaking ancestors you do have? Genealogist Steve Packer, who serves at the Mesa Regional Family History Center will guide participants on learning about their German ancestors. He will cover the historical area of the Holy Roman […]
Millions of American citizens have served in the Armed Forces, so chances are good that one or more of your relatives served at one time or another. Join Charles Shultz from the Mesa Family History Center, for an informative presentation about using military records to conduct genealogical research. This presentation will be especially helpful in […]
Our fourth Centennial Saturday is geared towards one of the 5 c's of Arizona - Climate! During this workshop, Dr. Nancy J. Selover, state climatologist will present facts on Arizona's climate, what it was like 100 years ago when Gilbert was established, and how it has changed. She'll answer question about what drives climate change […]
The Wallace & Ladmo show is truly an Arizona icon. The show had a remarkable 35+ year run on local television station KPHO - TV5 in Phoenix. It was eventually seen all over Arizona, northern Mexico and towns in California that were near the Arizona border. The show was even briefly syndicated in Los Angeles […]
The Wallace & Ladmo show is truly an Arizona icon. The show had a remarkable 35+ year run on local television station KPHO – TV5 in Phoenix. It was eventually seen all over Arizona, northern Mexico and towns in California that were near the Arizona border. The show was even briefly syndicated in Los Angeles […]
Our fifth Centennial Saturday is geared towards one of the 5 C's of Arizona - cattle! Author, local historian, President of the ASU Research Park and retired Vice President and Provost of ASU's east campus, Chuck Backus, will present facts about the cattle industry in Arizona. He will discuss what the industry was like 100 […]
Every Month we will offer a chance for the public to come and see artifacts that are normally not available for public viewing. This month we will be showcasing High School yearbooks from the years 1940-1950. Museum admission is required to see the display, and we do ask and additional $1 donation to cover the […]
