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Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 12:00 pm
Join us for a brief overview of the Delaware Public Archives (DPA) Portal, your gateway to exploring millions of Delaware state and historical records. This virtual session will highlight how to search for documents, photographs, books, and audiovisual materials, demonstrate tips for efficient research, and answer your questions about accessing and requesting records. Whether you’re…
Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 10:30 am
Join us for an enlightening historical presentation exploring the national fight for fair housing and the powerful legislation that aimed to dismantle housing discrimination across the United States. Starting with what forms of housing discrimination existed then moving on to the fight for justice, we’ll uncover the pivotal moments and policies that shaped the battle…
Monday, November 3, 2025 at 6:30 pm
This presentation will cover the most commonly used records in genealogy research while also delving into lesser-known resources that can significantly aid in uncovering your family tree. Among these overlooked tools are Pauper Records, Legislative Petitions, Apprentice Indentures, City Directories, and Enrolled Bills, all of which offer unique insights into the lives of your ancestors.…
Monday, November 10, 2025 at 6:30 pm
The Delaware Public Archives offers a treasure trove of genealogical resources, including centuries of vital records, wills, deeds, and more. Yet, many researchers inevitably face frustrating dead ends, where a family member seems to vanish without a trace—no birth record, no property records, no will or probate. How can we uncover the stories of these…
Friday, November 14, 2025 at 2:00 pm
This presentation will cover the most commonly used records in genealogy research while also delving into lesser-known resources that can significantly aid in uncovering your family tree. Among these overlooked tools are Pauper Records, Legislative Petitions, Apprentice Indentures, City Directories, and Enrolled Bills, all of which offer unique insights into the lives of your ancestors.…
Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:30 am
Sussex County was bitterly divided over the issue of American independence, though a sizable majority of residents opposed separation from Great Britain. William Peery, a farmer, lawyer, and member of the Delaware General Assembly who also served as a delegate to the Continental Congress in 1786, firmly supported independence. Boaz Manlove, a prominent Sussex County…
Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:30 pm
This presentation will cover the most common records used by genealogists while also exploring lesser-known resources that can be invaluable for those researching their family tree to complete an application for the DAR or SAR. Some of these overlooked resources include Supply Tax records, Journal A, SAR membership applications, and Oaths of Allegiance. Presented by:…
Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00 pm
The Delaware Public Archives offers a treasure trove of genealogical resources, including centuries of vital records, wills, deeds, and more. Yet, many researchers inevitably face frustrating dead ends, where a family member seems to vanish without a trace—no birth record, no property records, no will or probate. How can we uncover the stories of these…
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:30 pm
This presentation will include the most common records used by genealogists but will take a deeper look into those little-known resources that can be most helpful when researching your family tree. Some of the little know resources that will be discussed include Pauper Records, Legislative Petitions Apprentice Indentures, City Directories, and Enrolled Bills. This is…
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Black family history research can pose unique challenges as you follow your family into the 19th century, prior to the passage of the 13th Amendment, and earlier. This presentation highlights resources available at the Delaware Public Archives for researching Black family history within Delaware, from the present day and throughout the history of the state.…
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