Learn about free websites librarians can use to point their patrons to for help, including the FamilySearch Research Wiki and many others. Additional information and registration may be found here…(Read More)
For those library staff interested in going a little deeper into sources, Holly will look at the most used types of sources in genealogy and family history research, show what information can be gleaned from them, and provide examples along the way using a case study. She will give an overview of the following types…(Read More)
Libraries are often tasked with handling genealogy requests from patrons who need guidance about the types of records that exist and how they can be located. Tina will cover how libraries can utilize and promote their genealogy and local history collections to users, and where to turn when patrons need help outside of their collection…(Read More)
RUSA is sponsoring multiple programs in addition to the President’s Program during the 2022 ALA Annual Conference. Additionally, meetings of the RUSA board, Section boards, committee meetings and discussion groups can be found on the Conference Scheduler here. Saturday, June 25, 2022 A Tiny Library with a Million Volumes: the Open Source Future…(Read More)
The Historical Materials Committee of the Reference and User Services Association’s (RUSA) History Section has selected the 2021 Best Historical Materials. This list recognizes the effectiveness in coverage of historical resources in all fields of history and promotes enhanced availability of historical works and information. These sources are selected by the Historical Materials committee…(Read More)
The webcast will include information about accessing and using these collections online or offline. Register here today…(Read More)
This webcast will highlight examples of such collections and their application to the family history, with an emphasis on manuscript collections from a variety of libraries. Learn methods for accessing and using such collections, whether offline or online. Register here today…(Read More)
This webcast will explore a variety of these databases, including many not traditionally thought of as being relevant to family history, and provide illustrative example and advice on access. Register here today…(Read More)
A panel of experts explore recent efforts to draw attention to and amend harmful language in library records related to the African American Experience. Register here today: http://www.ala.org/rusa/decolonizing-catalog-anti-racist-description-practices-authority-records-discovery-layers…(Read More)