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Genealogy Detectives

Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition & Genealogy Basics

2026-01-30 14:00:00 2026-01-30 15:30:00 America/Chicago Genealogy Detectives Discover your roots with Ancestry Library Edition. Learn genealogy basics and get practical tips for your family history research. Registration is required. For adults and teens. Schusterman-Benson Library

Friday, January 30
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-30 14:00:00 2026-01-30 15:30:00 America/Chicago Genealogy Detectives Discover your roots with Ancestry Library Edition. Learn genealogy basics and get practical tips for your family history research. Registration is required. For adults and teens. Schusterman-Benson Library

Discover your roots with Ancestry Library Edition. Learn genealogy basics and get practical tips for your family history research. Registration is required. For adults and teens.

Curious about your family history but don’t know where to start? This free, beginner-friendly workshop introduces you to the fundamentals of genealogy research and demonstrates how to use Ancestry Library Edition, one of the world’s largest collections of genealogical records available free at all TCCL branches.

Genealogy Associate James Toburen will guide you through:

  • A short overview of genealogy basics and where to begin;
  • A live demo of Ancestry Library Edition, including census, military and immigration records;
  • Tips for searching effectively, using filters and exploring the card catalog;
  • Local research examples, including Oklahoma and Five Tribes connections.


You’ll also learn about resources and services offered through TCCL’s Genealogy Resource Center, and attendees will receive a take-home handout of key tips. A Q&A will be held at the end.

Schusterman-Benson Library

Phone: 918.549.7323

Branch manager
Emma Walker

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Mon, Jun 01 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 04 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 06 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 07 Closed

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