It’s the first week of July, so there’s no surprise that it’s a fairly quiet week for presentations. Still, Ontario Ancestors and one of its branches are hosting one virtual and one hybrid presentation.
The following times are in Eastern time.
Wednesday, July 3, 7:30 p.m. — Huron County Branch
Following the North Star: Black Families in Howick Township by Rev. Jeff Hawkins
While doing some research in his home area of Chatham, Rev. Hawkins discovered that a family of African-American slaves, who gained freedom by escaping to Canada, first settled in the North Buxton community, then moved to the Queen’s Bush area in Wellington County, and then ventured to Howick Township in Huron County. This is a hybrid presentation. Attend in person at the Huron County Museum & Archives in Goderich or register to watch online.
Thursday, July 4, 7:00 p.m. — Ontario Ancestors
Unearthing the Treasures in the Irish Registry of Deeds by Natalie Bodle
The Registry of Deeds, based in Dublin, has survived intact since 1708, and it manages the legal registration of property.
What is less well known is that it is also a repository for genealogical treasures, such as wills, property leases, mortgages and marriage agreements. People named in these records include the principal parties, lease holders, along with wider family members and witnesses to the deeds. It is also possible to find records by location.
Today, there are over five million deeds with many more millions of names recorded in them. This really is a treasure trove, but because it has been difficult to access, the deeds are a very under-used resource.
Audience: advanced
The talk will include:
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- How and why the Registry of Deeds was set up
- How the deeds were registered
- People named in deeds
- The different types of deeds to be found
- Where to find the deeds and tips for searching
- Demonstrate information to be found in the deeds using case studies of searches for people and places
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This presentation is free for society members. There is a $10 fee for non-members. Learn more about registering here.
