Presenter: Laura Douglas

Topic: The Public Library: A Treasure Trove for Genealogy Research

One of the best and most overlooked resources for genealogical research
is hidden in plain sight: the Public Library. Denton Public Library’s
Laura Douglas will share how and where to find unexpected treasures
hidden in local history and genealogy collections, both in your own
community and those where your ancestors lived. After the
presentation, participants will hunt for their own genealogical treasures
in the DPL Special Collections research area.

Social time begins at 6:30pm with the program beginning at 7:00pm.

http://genealogydentontexas.org

About Laura

Laura Douglas leads the Special Collections area at the Denton Public
Library. She holds a bachelor of science degree in history from Texas
Woman’s University and a master of library science degree from the
University of North Texas. Over her 33-year career at the library, Laura
has served in the children’s services, adult services, genealogy, and local
history areas. She teaches genealogical research classes, coordinates
genealogy programming at the library, and helps patrons search for
their elusive ancestors.