Genealogy I: Missouri Genealogy Basics – Attendees will be introduced to the Missouri State Archives and both its on-site and online resources, with an emphasis on research involving vital records and those of county government.
Records Digitization (1 p.m. to 5 p.m.) on Jan. 16 Records Digitization – Attendees will learn about project selection and planning, metadata creation and management, document and photograph scanning standards, various file types and their uses, and file format migration strategies. You are encouraged to bring your own lunch to this event.
Genealogy II on Jan. 23 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m., w/1-hour lunch break) Genealogy II: Moving Beyond Vital Records – Attendees will learn specific strategies for research involving county government records, naturalization, appellate court records, military services records, Missouri state government documents, census records, professional registrations, and more. You are encouraged to bring your own lunch to this event.
Curious about green burial but don't know what or who to ask? Join Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum's Green Burial expert, Gracie Griffin, as she provides a closer look at green burial practices, dispels myths, and explores some exciting and fascinating options available throughout the world. You will learn about the range of "green" funeral and cemetery options available today- like being "planted" in a meadow or amongst the trees, what one can expect when choosing a green service, and the environmental benefits of green burial as compared to cremation and traditional burial. This 90 minute presentation and Q&A will be held in Hotchkiss Chapel at Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum. Green arrow signs will lead you from our main entrance at 4947 W. Florissant Ave. to the chapel.
African American History Trolley Tour Master Guides will lead a 2-hour bus tour weaving the stories of intriguing figures in African American History with highlights of the cemetery grounds and monuments. Seating is limited and reservations are required. We ask that everyone arrive between 9:30 am and 9:45 am for a prompt 10:00 am departure. The trolley is climate controlled but weather appropriate clothing is suggested as opportunities to disembark from the vehicle are available. Click on REGISTER button above for more information.
African American History Trolley Tour Master Guides will lead a 2-hour bus tour weaving the stories of intriguing figures in African American History with highlights of the cemetery grounds and monuments. Seating is limited and reservations are required. We ask that everyone arrive between 1:00 pm and 1:15 pm for a prompt 1:00 pm departure. The trolley is climate controlled but weather-appropriate clothing is suggested as opportunities to disembark from the vehicle are available. Click on the REGISTER button above for more information.
