Family History Day is June 9

University Archives and Special Collections

Clifford Hardin, chancellor of the University of Nebraska from 1954 to 1968, is seen with his family in this file photo. Family History Day is 9:30 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. June 9 in Nebraska's Richards Hall.

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln Libraries will host its fourth annual Family History Day from 9:30 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. June 9 in Richards Hall, Room 15. Doors open at 9 a.m.

The event will include presentations on DNA, how to find the history of one’s house, and tips for using FamilySearch.org.

Family History Day is free, but due to limited seating, registration is required. A full program and registration are available online.

Attendees are encouraged to park in the Stadium Drive Parking Garage, 625 Stadium Drive. Richards Hall is southwest of Stadium Drive and T Street.

Participants can attend the entire day or specific sessions. They can bring a lunch or purchase lunch at a nearby restaurant.

Questions about registration should be directed to Regina Flowers at rflowers3@unl.edu. To inquire about accessibility or request reasonable accommodations for the event, contact Donna Carstens at 402-472-2526 or dcarstens1@unl.edu. Two weeks’ notice is preferred for most requests.