Using Maps in Genealogical Research

Maps obviously help us identify where a place is located. For genealogists, there are many other things maps can help us achieve: visualize past environments, document boundary changes, show the locations of cemeteries, churches, and schools, suggest migration routes, and assist us in critically analyzing records. A variety of maps that are helpful in genealogical research will be discussed as well as methods to locate them.

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Melinda Kashuba is a professional genealogist. Among her numerous publications, she authored a book about maps and genealogy entitled “Walking with Your Ancestors.”   She specializes in 19th – 21st century California records. She is a member of NGS, APG, CGS, and the Shasta Genealogical Society. She has served as a registrar for two chapters of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

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Join in person to see this remote presentation at the Davis Senior Center, 646 A St., Davis, or via Zoom. DGC Hybrid meetings are free and open to the public. Guest passes for Zoom available via email to president@davisgenealogy.org.
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A free book table is often available at the meeting for in-person attendees. Refreshments are welcome, some will be provided by the club.

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On this day, the Genealogy Library will be open and staffed from Noon to 1:00 pm before the meeting starts. The Library has new hours. We’re also open and staffed by a volunteer on Wednesdays from 1:00 – 3:30 pm and on Fridays from 11:30 am – 2:00 pm. Please mark your calendar and drop in!