Walkabout at MGC

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Subjects

Genealogy

Age Group

For adults

Presenter

Midwest Genealogy Center Branch

Registration

Registration Required

Take a walk around MGC and learn about the valuable resources available for genealogy and history research. Each department will be explored as we tour the building, displays, periodicals, microforms, rare books, maps, and more. This is a beginner-level class. This class will be held in person.

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