Using clues in genealogical records to find ancestors who may have been Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Queer.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer folk have always been a part of our history and family stories. The confirmed bachelor or spinster aunt in our trees may not have been single. Perhaps they did have partners but there is no legal documentation or family acknowledgment. In this presentation by Stewart Blandón Traiman, he’ll explore census, newspapers, obituaries, military records, photographs, phone books, and archives for clues on our ancestor's sexuality. He’ll also add in some LGBTQ history to put family stories into a social context. Finally, we’ll discuss necessary changes to genealogical software to be inclusive of all families. Stewart has gathered a wide breadth of genealogical source knowledge with over 30 years experience in the field, both on-line and off-line. He is a professional genealogist, writes a genealogy blog, and volunteers for the California Genealogical Society.
This one-hour program will take place virtually via Zoom. Registration will close two hours before the program begins and registrants will receive a link to join via Zoom shortly thereafter.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Presentation |
TAGS: | Virtual | Genealogy | Family History |
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.
