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2505 S.E. 11th Ave., Ste B018
Portland, OR 97202

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Beginning German Genealogy Class


Beginning Genealogy for German Heritage

Saturdays
May 10, 2025 -- 10:30 am - 2:00 pm (PT)
Jun 28, 2025 -- 10:30 am - 2:00 pm (PT)
Jul 12, 2025 -- 10:30 am - 2:00 pm (PT)

May 10 - July 12

Join us for a three-part, hands-on class on beginning your genealogy. This class is open to all, but is specifically designed for those just beginning their genealogical journey who have German ancestors. This class is held in conjunction with the German American Society of Portland (GASP).

All sessions are in-person and held at the German American Society of Portland, 5626 NE Alameda St., Portland, OR 97213.

Pricing:

  • Members - $30 
  • Non-Members - $45
  • Bundle an annual membership with the GFO (14 months) or GASP (12 months) with your class registration - $90 (BEST VALUE!)

Member pricing applies to members of either the GFO or GASP.

Class Schedule:

Saturday, May 10, 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Introduction, genealogical forms, and online search for your relatives in the U.S. and Canada. How to do free searches from home!

Saturday, June 28, 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM 
Sources and evidence 

Saturday, July 12, 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Online search for records in Germany 

Each session consists of a 1.5-hour talk with an optional break for lunch.

What to Bring:
Participants should bring a notebook. You are also invited to bring any research or notes you have already made and a laptop computer for the hands-on portion. (Several databases can be used from your own laptop.)
 

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Operating Hours:

Sun: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mon: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tue: 9:30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Wed: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Most classes and meetings are online.

Additional information on weather closures

GFO
2505 S.E. 11th Ave., Ste B018
Portland, OR 97202
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