East Tennessee Historical Society to host “Martha Ann’s Quilt for Queen...
KNOXVILLE, TN (February 19, 2007) On Sunday, February 25, ETHS will host Kyra E. Hicks, as she presents a lecture based on her latest book, Martha Ann’s Quilt for Queen Victoria, a children’s version...
View ArticleOGS Summer Genealogy Workshop
The Ohio Genealogical Society announces its annual summer genealogy workshop to be held at The Society’s library on June 24-29. The society’s headquarters and library is located at 713 S. Main St.,...
View ArticleEast Tennessee Historical Society Brown Bag Lecture “The Spirit of Churchill”
The following announcement was written by the East Tennessee Historical Society: Deborah Brezina, author of a biography on Winston Churchill, will discuss the life and contributions of the famous...
View ArticleBCG Names New Certified Genealogists
The following was written by the Board for Certification of Genealogists: The Board for Certification of Genealogists welcomes the latest to pass Certified Genealogist evaluation. Daniela Moneta, CG,...
View ArticleLibrary of Michigan's Free Seminar Explores the Latest Online Tools
"Learning More at the Library of Michigan," an annual free genealogy seminar, returns Saturday, March 31 with new and updated programs for genealogists with a wide range of interests and experience...
View ArticleCelebrate St Patrick's Day with Eneclann
Eneclann Announces St Patrick's Day Sale 25% off all purchases and two high value titles at a very special price Eneclann are offering 25% off all publications at their web site, including all Eneclann...
View ArticleDavid McCullough to Visit East Tennessee Historical Society
KNOXVILLE, TN - The East Tennessee Historical Society (ETHS) announces that eminent historian and Pulitzer-Prize winning author David McCullough will be in Knoxville May 3 for an evening lecture at the...
View Article“How to ‘Read’ Furniture” at the East Tennessee Historical Society
KNOXVILLE, TN (April 4, 2007) - Bring your lunch to the East Tennessee History Center at 12 noon on April 11 and learn how to “read” your antique furniture. James Hooper is an award-winning furniture...
View ArticleNational Lecturer to Discuss DNA Testing and Genealogy Research
KNOXVILLE, TN - The modern science of DNA is taking genealogy research from the library to the laboratory and helping researchers in their quest to discover the family history. But what exactly can DNA...
View ArticleDavid McCullough Available for Book Signing at East Tennessee Historical Society
KNOXVILLE, TN - The East Tennessee Historical Society (ETHS) will host eminent historian and Pulitzer-Prize winning author David McCullough on Thursday, May 3 for a book signing event at the East...
View ArticleWoodland Cemetery To Honor Veterans in Two-Day Memorial Day Weekend Events
Memorial Day weekend-beginning at 9 AM on May 27 and 10 AM on May 28, 2007-at Woodland Cemetery, 6901 Woodland Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio, will feature a rich array of events, including May 28...
View ArticleBCG Names Professional Genealogists
The following announcement was written by the Board for Certification of Genealogists (BCG): The Board for Certification of Genealogists is pleased to award CG designation to the following individuals:...
View ArticleHappy Birthday to Anna Marie Jarvis!
The following was written by www.GenealogyBank.com: May 1st is her birthday and if she were alive today she would be 143 years old. Her mother died May 9, 1905 and Anna wanted to remember her. As she...
View ArticleDr. Colin Baxter to Present Brown Bag Lecture
KNOXVILLE, TN (May 2, 2007) Dr. Colin Baxter, professor of history and chair of the History Department at East Tennessee State University, will present “Eastman Chemical, Kingsport, and RDX: The...
View Article“the Motion Picture Films Of Jim Thompson 1915-1950” To Show At The East...
KNOXVILLE, TN (May 15, 2007) The East Tennessee Historical Society (ETHS) in conjunction with Treasures from the Tennessee Archive of Moving Image and Sound (TAMIS) invite everyone to attend a special...
View ArticleConfederate First Lady Varina Davis to be topic of ETHS Annual Meeting
KNOXVILLE, TN - Author Joan Cashin will be the keynote speaker for the East Tennessee Historical Society’s Annual Meeting on June 5. She will discuss her latest book, First Lady of the Confederacy:...
View ArticleCelebrating “Deely-Bobbers”, Pickle Pins, Petro’s, and the “Chicken Dance”
KNOXVILLE, TN - The East Tennessee Historical Society will take a look back at the 1982 World’s Fair in an exhibition opening next week in downtown Knoxville. Employing banners, clothing, pins, photos,...
View ArticleBooks that Changed the Course of History
Is it possible that books have influenced the course of American history? On June 13, Dr. Charles F. Bryan, president and CEO of the Virginia Historical Society, will be at the East Tennessee...
View ArticleNancy Wright Brennan Named Certified Genealogyist
The following is an announcement from the Board for Certification of Genealogists: Nancy Wright Brennan of San Antonio, Texas, is among the newest associates of the Board for Certification of...
View ArticleCraig Kieffer Named Certified Genealogist
The following is an announcement from the Board for Certification of Genealogists: Craig Kieffer of Bethesda, Maryland, is among the newest associates of the Board for Certification of Genealogists...
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