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Life Lab: Introduction to African American Genealogy

Begin Your Journey with Andrew Thompson

Life Labs are free workshops offered by trained professionals and volunteers that focus on improving your day to day life. These programs cover a wide range of workshops from gardening to small business needs. No need to bring anything but yourself to participate! The Jacksonville Public Library offers excellent resources for genealogical research for use in the library and/or from home.

About: In this Life Lab, Andrew Thompson will review the best practices and lessons he has learned from starting as a beginner researcher to discovering over 50 enslaved relatives. 

Mr. Thompson is an avid genealogist with extensive experience in the historical South Carolina Lowcountry. Andrew’s experiences include research for many clients and genealogists from beginning through advanced levels. Andrew is currently in the process of creating the “A History We Share Project”, where he and other genealogists perform descendancy research for enslaved individuals listed throughout the various archives they encounter. Andrew also currently serves on the board of directors for the Amelia Island Genealogical Society.

This program is made possible by a grant from the Mellon Foundation.

Registration is required for this event, and must be completed two hours prior to the start time. A library card and PIN are required for registration. If you do not have a card, click HERE to obtain one.

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1–2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for Learning Services at 255-2665 or email JPLPrograms@coj.net.

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