Wilmette Public Library
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Mon: 9:00am-9:00pm
Tue: 9:00am-9:00pm
Wed: 9:00am-9:00pm
Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm
Honoring Our Ancestors: Native American Genealogy (Virtual)
Saturday, November 14
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Wilmette Public Library
Zoom Adult/TeenPresented by Stephanie Ojibway Gerberding. Co-hosted by the North Suburban Genealogical Society.
Discover the foundations of researching Native American family history. An overview of key resources, research methods, and cultural considerations unique to Native American genealogy will be shared. Whether you are just beginning your family history journey or seeking to expand your knowledge, this presentation provides practical tools and respectful approaches for exploring Native American roots.
Stefanie Ojibway Gerberding is a professional genealogist with over twelve years of research experience. As a genealogist specializing in Native American ancestry, Stefanie assists individuals and families in navigating tribal, federal, and historical records to uncover their heritage. She combines traditional genealogical methods with cultural knowledge to produce accurate, meaningful family histories. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges of documenting Native American ancestry, Stefanie connects families to the stories and identities of their ancestors. Stefanie is an enrolled citizen of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and a descendant of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa.
This is a joint program with the North Suburban Genealogical Society. Please join us for a short meeting prior to the presentation. All are welcome.
Please note: no AI chatbots, agents, or notetakers will be authorized to join this meeting. This program will not be recorded.
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From the south: Go north on Green Bay Road. Turn left on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From the north: Go south on Green Bay Road. Turn right on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From I-94 (Edens Expressway):from the South - exit at Lake Ave. East. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave. • from the North - exit at Rt. 41/Skokie Blvd. Turn left (east) on Lake Ave. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave.
Mass transit options include CTA, Metra, and Pace.