Free Admission Day Aligns with Family Lineage

Jessica Hunter

Join the folks at the Hagen History Center, along with legions of family history research experts, for a free day on their campus celebrating Family History Day. Tour the campus, enjoy free kid's activities, and learn something new about your family heritage.

SUNDAY, JUN. 9

Enjoy free admission and fun at the Hagen History Center as the organization shines a light on genealogical research resources for their Family History Fair. On hand to assist with family research will be scads of knowledgeable folks from the Erie Society for Genealogical Research, multiple township historical societies, resource centers at Hagen History Center, the Erie County Public Library, the Erie County Courthouse, historical societies from Crawford, Warren, Chautauqua, and Ashtabula, lineage societies from the Daughters of the American Revolution, and more. It's a rare opportunity to have so many resources for historic, genealogical information in one place and the folks at the Hagen History Center are hoping for a great turnout.

Pam Parker, project manager for the Hagen History Center states, "We'll have plenty of activities for kids, thanks to our interns. It is a great place to get started on family history or to find help if you are stuck."

This free day on campus will not only allow attendees to learn more about their own family history, but will also allow those curious or new to the Hagen History Center an opportunity to tour their buildings, including the historic Watson-Curtze mansion, and check out all of their educational exhibits including the Story of Us (which focuses on Erie's immigration and manufacturing history) and the stellar Frank Lloyd Wright office reconstruction.

The Hagen History Center has a number of eclectic events planned for the summer, including presentations on the history of brewing culture, Erie's sporting heritage, and culinary classes at their historic Battles Yellow House in Girard. Visit their website for more information. 

1 p.m. to 4 p.m. // Hagen History Center, 356 W. 6th St. // Free // For more info visit: eriehistory.org