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A Path to the Past: Finding our Black Ancestors in the Archives
  • Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2022
  • Time: 5:00 pm
  • Location: Twitter

Have you ever researched your own family history? Whether you’re a seasoned researcher or a novice genealogist, our first-ever Twitter Space event is for you! Join us to hear how community genealogists Raymond Cousins and Shaquan McDowell traced their roots and discovered their families’ roles in our shared American story. Listen in as they share their unique perspectives on researching their family history and uncovering their Black ancestors through records from the National Archives. The discussion will be moderated by A’Lelia Bundles, author, journalist, historian, and great-great-granddaughter of Madam C.J. Walker. Follow us @archivesfoundation to stay updated.

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