Freedom Seekers Blog

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Immortal 10 and Dr. John Doy

Posted by on Apr 17th, 2013 in Lane Trail Blog | 0 comments

Immortal 10 and Dr. John Doy

On May 11, 2013 at 2:00 P.M., Gary Jenkins will present a short video and a talk on the Immortal 10 and the Rescue of Dr. John Doy at the Kansas City Public Library, Westport branch, 118 Westport Rd., Kansas City, MO.  

Underground Railroad – renactment

Posted by on Apr 9th, 2013 in Lane Trail Blog | 0 comments

Underground Railroad – renactment

Take a summer trip on the Underground Railroad in a different manner. The Conner Prairie, a living history museum outside Indianapolis has a program that allows the participant to experience the sights, sounds and feelings of a Freedom Seeker.  They employ actors to help create the environment through which the 19th Century escaping slave traveled.  Another opportunity to travel the Underground Railroad in modern times can be found at the Hale Farm and Village in Bath, Ohio.

Free Genealogy Training

Posted by on Mar 18th, 2013 in Lane Trail Blog, LifeDocs in the News | 0 comments

Free Genealogy Training

New Genealogy Conference in Kansas City

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting out, you’ll want to join us on March 22-23, for Genealogy KC.

This hands-on family history and technology conference will feature experts from around Kansas City as they share their best tips on genealogy and cutting-edge technology.

Click GENEALOGY for more information on registration and schedule.

 

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