Stenton will host “Understanding Heirlooms: A Workshop Exploring your Family Objects” on Saturday, January 14, 2012, from 1PM to 4PM. Participants will discover how to incorporate family heirlooms into genealogical research to learn more about his or her family history. This fun and informative workshop will be held by Kory Berrett and Dr. Patricia Keller of Berrett Conservation Studio.
This will be a three part program including an overview of using objects to do genealogical research, how to “read” objects and use what you learn in your family research, and how to properly care for your heirlooms at home. Guests are encouraged to bring their own heirlooms to the workshop to learn more about their specific objects. Refreshments will be provided. Cost is $15 Per Person, $10 for Friends of Stenton. Spaces are limited. Snow date will be January 21st. Please call 215-329-7312 or email programs@stenton.org to make a reservation or for more information.
