Children and Genealogy: ACPL

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ACPL helps families share their story with future generations

with 'Pass the Story Down'

The Allen County Public Library’s Genealogy Center and Children’s Services Department are partnering to present “Pass the Story Down: The Power of Pictures,” a multi-generational event aimed at sharing family photos, creating art and passing family stories down to younger generations. The event will take place on Saturday, March 18 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the Globe room of the main library.

“Every day in the Genealogy Center, we see our patrons light up when they learn more about their ancestors and their family history,” said Curt Witcher, director of special collections. “This experience is not just reserved for adults. Our youngest patrons can benefit from the discovery and learning that happens when you know the story of where you come from.”

“Children love stories and they are such sponges,” said Dawn Stoops, Children’s Department librarian. “They are never too young to learn about their ancestors and to share in that experience with their caregivers. It gives them a sense of history and connection to the past that goes beyond even the best books.”

The event includes family crafting, sharing family stories and using technology to capture those stories for future generations. Participants are encouraged to bring family photos and a flash drive to use the Center’s VividPix scanner. The event is free and open to all ages.

Advance registration is available online, on the ACPL mobile app or by calling any ACPL branch. In the event that the program reaches its registration limit, those interested in attending will be put on a waiting list.