313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive
Genealogical Research at the NJ State Archives
The Elizabeth Public Library invites residents to explore their roots through a hands-on genealogical research workshop supporting the 313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive.
Participants will learn how to use materials from the NJ State Archives to uncover family history, interpret archival records, and strengthen community storytelling efforts connected to Elizabeth’s 250th commemoration.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Location: Elizabeth Public Library – Main Branch (3rd Floor Classroom)
11 S. Broad Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Virtual Option: Join via Zoom
Meeting ID: 869 9358 0810
Passcode: 371329
Contact: (908) 354-6060 ext. 7220
Website: elizpl.org
About the Initiative
This program supports the 313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive, an ongoing effort to preserve and elevate the stories of Elizabeth families through historical documentation and research.
Support for this program was provided by the New Jersey State Library through its REV250: Examining the Semiquincentennial initiative through Jersey Lens Grant.
Why This Matters
As Elizabeth approaches America’s 250th Anniversary, initiatives like this ensure that local voices, lineages, and lived experiences remain central to our city’s historical narrative.
