Greetings!
You have probably already heard that 2026 is the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Our society has joined with other local organizations in organizing and holding events to commemorate this important milestone. A list of these events may be found on our Events page. All events are free; donations are welcome. See links below to register. Scroll to the end of the page to view a list of books in our library that have "Revolution" in the title.
Genealogy Series
Among these special events is a Genealogy Series. The first program of this series happened on January 15 when our own Vice President and Program Chair, Heather Olsen, presented "Made You Look: Genealogy 101", a program for those who want to know how to begin tracing their family tree. It provides a good basis for beginners and a refresher and some thoughtful reminders for those more experienced in genealogical research. If you missed this program, you may view a recording by clicking HERE
If you would like to view the handout provided, click HANDOUT
Coming up soon! Finding Your Family Revolutionary War Veterans: Genealogy Research 201
Our monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 4, is the second program in this series. Craig Scott will speak about finding your veteran ancestors, with an emphasis on researching your American Revolution ancestor(s) and the role your family may have played in our fight for independence. Join us via Zoom at 7 PM that night. Members will receive the handout and Zoom link via email; guests please register by clicking HERE When you have registered, the handout will be emailed to you. All are welcome.
February 19, 2026, 7 pm, via Zoom, Researching Your Roots: Genealogical Research 201
Nathania Branch Miles, Recording Secretary, Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, inc., Prince George's County Maryland Chapter, will focus on approaches to conducting Black genealogy including but not limited to records of the enslaved, Black-led newspapers, and other resources. Anyone interested in this event may register HERE to get the zoom link and any handout that will be provided.
Bus Tour of Genealogical Sites in Prince George's County Saturday, March 7, 2026, 10 am to 3 pm
We thank our friends at Anacostia Trails Heritage Area and PG Parks for obtaining the grant to fund this tour and for organizing and promoting this series.
Our series culminates with a free bus tour (donations gladly accepted) to genealogical research sites around the county.
During the in-person event attendees will start the day at the Hyattsville Library's Prince George's Room and then board an ADA-accessible bus with bathroom, to the library of Prince George's County Historical Society (in Greenbelt), Marietta House Museum (Glenn Dale), and Prince George's County Genealogical Society's library (Bowie) before returning to the Hyattsville Library by 3:30 pm.
At each location, attendees will be met by expert librarians, genealogical researchers, and fellow family history enthusiasts. We recommend that you bring notes from your existing genealogical research and a question or two that may be used as examples during the visits. However, this tour will not be an opportunity to conduct genealogical research.
Lunch will be provided. Please contact grace@anacostiatrails.org if you have any dietary restrictions and/or need any accessibility accommodations. The 55-passenger bus has a lift and the locations are all ADA-accessible and serviceable by wheelchair or scooter.
To register for this tour, click HERE
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 11 am to 3:30 pm, Prince George's 250 We the People Block Party
Join us for our kick-off celebration! Come to the Bowie Center for Performing Arts and the Bowie Branch Library, 15200 and 15210 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD 20715, to celebrate Prince George’s County’s history, arts, culture and more. More information will be provided soon. If your organization would like to participate, please visit https://www.pgc250.org/events/blockparty
Books in our library that refer to Revolution, view and download HERE
