Roanoke Public Libraries
Saturday, October 1
9:00am and 11:00am
Virginia Archives Month is almost here and Roanoke Public Libraries is kicking it off with a talk from author and genealogist, Ruth Ann (Abels) Hager.
Ruth Ann (Abels) Hager, CG, CGL, will speak October 1, 2011, at 9 a.m. in the Patrick Henry Ballroom, 611 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke, VA. Her talk, "Dred & Harriet Scott: A Case Study in Finding Missing Links," will examine the research methodology she used for her book, Dred & Harriet Scott: Their Family Story, and the resulting information it uncovered. Books for sale and signing will be available at the event.
Hager's second talk, "Southern Claims Commission Research: A Basic Introduction," will be at 11 a.m. For more information, contact Roanoke Public Libraries' Virginia Room at 540.853.2073 or [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.
This Virginia Room Event is presented in celebration of Virginia Archives Month and is proudly sponsored by Harrison Museum of African American Culture, History Museum of Western Virginia, Hollins University, Norfolk & Southern Museum, Roanoke College, Roanoke Public Libraries, Salem History Museum, and The Patrick Henry.
Virginia Museum of Transportation
http://vmt.org/visit/calendar.html
Sunday, October 2
2 pm to 5 pm
Discussion and book signing: Railroads in the African American Experience
The history of American railroads cannot be separated from African American history. Ted Kornweibel, Jr., author of Railroads in the African American Experience, tells the story of the black railroad experience from slavery to Amtrak. Mr. Kornweibel examines the significant contributions of blacks to the building, maintenance, operation and profitability of the American railway system. These stories of hardship and heroism, exploitation and endurance, anger and artistry illuminate a rich heritage and fascinating chapter in American history.
L. Paige Newman
Assistant Archivist
Virginia Historical Society
P.O. Box 7311
Richmond, VA 23221
phone 804.340.2280
fax 804.355.2399
email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>
www.vahistorical.org<http://www.vahistorical.org/>
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