They Lived Where? Tips for Researching Locations by Laura Kovarik

400 South Eagle Street,Naperville IL 60540

10 November, 2022

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Fox Valley Genealogical Society presents They Lived Where? Tips for Researching Locations by Laura Kovarik. Once you have identified the location for a family event, you have an opening to create a rich, detailed life portrait of your ancestor. Location research allows genealogists to learn the details surrounding their family, helping to give context and understanding to their lives. We will take a look at location research across time, learning what to do when you recognize the place and especially when you don’t! Laura, a former FVGS President, has been involved in genealogy for more than 20 years. Laura was an Illinois State Genealogical Society President and has been a member of the ISGS Governing Board for many years. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, with degrees focused on historic preservation and land use/environmental planning. Laura worked for 13 years as a math tutor for grades 1-9. Areas of genealogical research include Norway, Canada, France, Bohemia and Sweden. Part of Laura’s family was in Chicago prior to the fire in 1871. Her Illinois research focuses on Cook, Kane, McHenry, and Kankakee counties. MEETING LOCATION: Naperville Municipal Center – Room B (400 S Eagle St, Naperville, IL) The meeting will be recorded. Members will have access to the recording for a limited time after the initial presentation. FVGS holds 9 meetings on the 2nd Thursday of each month from September through June (except December) at 7:00 PM (Central). FVGS extends a cordial welcome to newcomers to attend our meetings and consider joining our society. View our 2022 Program Schedule at: https://ilfvgs.org/education/programs/2022-programs/ . Watch our website for updates on the 2023 Program Schedule.