The Friends of the Virginia State Archives present the annual Richard Slatten Lecture on Saturday, September 17, 2011, at the Library of Virginia, 800 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. Elizabeth Shown Mills, nationally respected genealogist, author, lecturer, educator, and former editor of the National Genealogical Society Quarterly, will deliver four lectures that focus on research, discovery and interpretation in genealogical research. Mills has been a leader in genealogical education for a quarter of a century. During her 16 years as editor of the National Genealogical Society Quarterly, Mills made the journal into the leading forum for the teaching of genealogical research methods and principles. Her presentations offer a unique opportunity for learning and interaction with the Friends of the Virginia State Archives. Registration is $35 for FVSA members and $45 for non members. Lunch is included. For registration information, e-mail [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> or write Friends of the Virginia State Archives, PO Box 4804, Richmond, VA 23220. Registration must be received by September 12, 2011. ______________________________________ To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html