Northeast Region: New York City, NY
Press Release, October 1, 2007
Celebrate American Archives Month, October 2007, at the National Archives - New York City
See also our brochure for these
American Archives Month Events
The National Archives - Northeast Region welcomes you to participate in these special events to celebrate your local community, your local history, and your local National Archives. This year's Archives Month theme is Exploring New Worlds: Archives in Our Lives.
Thursday, October 4
Using Naturalization Records for Genealogical Research
Learn about the naturalization
process including denied and cancelled petitions, and learn how to research these
valuable records via microfilm, databases, and online resources. In partnership with
the German Genealogical Group.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Hicksville VFW Hall - 320 S. Broadway (Route 107), Hicksville, NY
For Directions, see the section on Meetings at the web site of the German Genealogical Group.
Saturday, October 6
Exploring U.S. Custom House Records
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the
Custom House by learning about the documents that tell its history. In partnership
with the General Services Administration.
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House, Bowling Green, NYC
For Directions and Visitor Information for the Custom House, see: www.oldnycustomhouse.gov/.
Tuesday, October 9
Open House at the National Archives
Discover recently uncovered finds within our
holdings, view treasures from our vaults, learn about records management issues, and
tour the archival stacks. Visit our new lobby exhibit: "Mickey Mouse goes to court!"
Time: 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: National Archives - New York, 201 Varick Street, NYC
For Directions and Visitor Information, call us toll-free at: 866-840-1752 or see our homepage.
Wednesday, October 10
Discovering Federal Hall
Celebrate the history of Federal Hall by learning about the
documents that tell its story. In partnership with the National Park Service.
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: 26 Wall Street, Federal Hall National Memorial, NYC
For Directions and Visitor Information for the Federal Hall National Memorial, see: www.nps.gov/feha/.
Thursday, October 18
Family History Game Show
Join us for a short interactive game show about finding
your family among the records of the National Archives. In partnership with the
National Park Service.
Time: 1:00 pm, 1:30 pm, and 2:00 pm
Location: Ellis Island Museum, Ellis Island, NY
Shows are held in the Ellis Island learning Center, room 1 West. For directions and ferry times to Ellis Island visit www.ellisisland.com.
More on American Archives Month:
- National Archives Calendar of Events nationwide for a complete listing of American Archives Month events at the National Archives nationwide including the DC area
- National Archives Northeast Region's Calendar of Events for schedules and further information on programs, exhibits, and events throughout the Northeast Region
- National Archives - New York's Calendar of Events including our exhibits, programs, workshops, and more
- New York State Archives for a listing of Archives Month events throughout New York State
- Archivists Roundtable of New York for events in the New York City metropolitan area
National Archives Northeast Region - New York
Toll Free Phone: 866-840-1752 • Fax: 212-401-1638
E-mail: newyork.archives@nara.gov • Web: http://www.archives.gov/northeast/nyc/
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