Look who's coming in 2009!

The Baton Rouge Genealogical and Historical society is already lining up speakers for 2009. This group meets on the third Saturday each month to explore topics in history and genealogy. Come share a cup of coffee and join the discussion!

Sat., Jan 17, 2009
Paul McKeough, BRGHS member & officer
This meeting will be held at the State Archives, on Essen Rd, Baton Rouge.

“An Irishman on the Manchac” – Paul will recount life on the bayou from 1779 to 1803 through the story of John McKeough (McHugh), who capitalized on land opportunities to British Army and Navy veterans of the 18th century and was both a farmer and merchant on the bayou.

Sat., Feb 21, 2009
Robert B. Noles, Genealogist & DNA Program Manager
Meeting at Bluebonnet Library, 9200 Bluebonnet Blvd.

“Tracing Your Indian Ancestry Through DNA” -- This DNA research specialist and manager of 20 DNA projects for genealogical research will discuss four types of genetic genealogical tests and what they can tell you about your Native American ancestry.

Sat., Mar 21, 2009
David Madden, Chair Louisiana Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission
The meeting will be held at the State Archives, Essen Rd, Baton Rouge.

“Lincoln & Louisiana” – Celebrates Abraham Lincoln’s 200th birthday with a very little known story of the President’s unique Louisiana connections – from his visit to New Orleans in 1831 to his plans (made shortly before his death and set in motion) to use Louisiana as the model for a kinder, gentler reconstruction.