Intrinsic in each human being is the desire to know who we are and from where we came. To look back at our lineage and history is to step back from the present and become a part of something much larger than ourselves. An awareness of our ancestry equips us with historical knowledge, insights into our family’s health, genetics, and more, making it a worthwhile pursuit for anyone with the curiosity to learn more. When first embarking on a genealogical journey, it can be quite intimidating to sift through the seemingly countless records and resources available at your fingertips. However, with just a few tips and tricks, your venture to the past will be smooth sailing. If you’re ready to get in touch with your inner genealogist, you’ll want to stay tuned for the New Jersey State Library’s latest upcoming webinar.

In celebration of National Family History Month, on Tuesday, October 1st, the New Jersey State Library will be hosting “Garden State Genealogy: Records of the NJ State Archives”. This webinar-style conversation will offer guests insights regarding the ins and outs of accessing the New Jersey State Library’s many offerings. Some of the topics to be covered includes vital records, wills, state census, court records, and military records. Your host for the afternoon will be Jon Bozard, a New Jersey State Archives representative who will be guiding the day’s discussion. Mr. Bozard is a Senior Library Assistant with a degree in History from Rutgers University.  He has been working at the New Jersey State Archives for 18 years.

The upcoming webinar will take place Tuesday afternoon from 12pm to 1pm. For guests interested in attending, please complete the following registration form on Zoom: Register – NJSL. This webinar is completely free to attend, but advanced registration is required. As this is a virtual webinar, guests do not need to be physically present at the New Jersey State Library and are welcome to tune in from all over the globe. By the conclusion of the webinar, guests should feel equipped with the knowledge needed to access the NJ State Archives’ in-person and mail reference, including new records that are coming in 2025. A full description of the day’s activities can be found on the event page, linked here: Garden State Genealogy.

To learn more about the wealth of resources available at the New Jersey State Archives, please visit their website, linked here: NJ State Archives. For more information on this and other upcoming events at the New Jersey State Library, please visit their events calendar, linked here: Events – NJSL. You can also follow along with the New Jersey State Library on social media, including Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube. If you have any questions or require any assistance with the registration process, please contact NJSL staff at (609) 278-2640 for additional details. The key to our future often rests within the past, so be sure to tune in to learn how you can have a look back at your own family’s fascinating history. Enroll today!

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