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250 Years of Presence: Tracing African American Lives From 1776 to Today - A Hands-On Genealogy Workshop

Sat, Apr 18

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Challenger Learning Center of Tallahasse

Join Dr. Juanita Gaston for an engaging genealogy workshop focused on tracing family history and uncovering the stories that shape our identities. This session will offer insight and tools to help you better understand your roots and connect with the historical journeys of your ancestors.

250 Years of Presence: Tracing African American Lives From 1776 to Today - A Hands-On Genealogy Workshop
250 Years of Presence: Tracing African American Lives From 1776 to Today - A Hands-On Genealogy Workshop

Time & Location

Apr 18, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Challenger Learning Center of Tallahasse, 200 S Duval St, Tallahassee, FL 32301, USA

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Important Location Note:

This lecture will be held at the Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee,

located at 200 South Duval Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301.


Join us for a dynamic genealogy workshop led by Dr. Juanita Gaston, founder of JG RootsFinders, LLC, a genealogy and family history research company specializing in African American family history. This interactive session is designed to help participants explore their roots, better understand where they come from, and uncover the pivotal events and circumstances that shape unique family histories.

Through guided research techniques and historical context, Dr. Gaston will demonstrate how tracing your ancestry can inspire, empower, and deepen your connection to the past. Whether you are just beginning your journey or looking to expand your research, this workshop offers valuable tools and meaningful insight into the stories that connect us across generations.


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