Take a sneak peek at the fun and surprises that come from learning about local and family history.

Then, choose two of the following activity stations: 

PHOTO EXPEDITION: Tour the center's newest exhibit, then uncover clues hidden in photos. Bring your own photographs or examine some on site. 

YOU DO THE INTERVIEW: Get trained in interviewing techniques—and use what you’ve learned to do your own interview. 

DETECTIVE’S TOOLBOX: Hear about the best places to search for community history.

TALES ARTIFACTS TELL: Learn some New York City history by examining “everyday” objects in the center's collection – and discover what artifacts can reveal about your neighborhood.

Every family that attends this program will be entered into a raffle, with prizes including a one-year subscription to Ancestry.com and an Ancestry DNA kit. Raffle winners must be present at the 12:30 PM drawing to claim their prize.

Register in advance.