How can you promote genealogy resources to patrons?

A librarian with an interest in genealogy or assigned duties that include genealogical collections should strive to build strong connections with locals in the community who share that interest. In addition to genealogical groups and patrons with a natural interest in such collections (such as Daughters/Sons of the Am. Rev. members), this should include local historical societies and similar groups. Becoming involved in these groups, attending meetings, and, if possible, hosting meetings to share information about collections/resources available in the library or archive are valuable strategies to strengthen connections. Nothing is better than having a group of loyal "genies" available as advocates during budget discussions!

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These strategies, combined with personalized research assistance, social media promotion, and regular updates, can enhance the visibility and usage of genealogy resources. Building connections within the community, attending conferences, and engaging with patrons will contribute to the success of your genealogy promotion efforts Promoting genealogy resources to patrons requires strategic communication and marketing efforts. Here are key steps: Create Promotional Materials Online Presence Training Sessions Email Newsletters Collaborate with Organizations Promotional Events One-on-One Assistance Highlight Unique Collections Feedback and Improvement (Encourage patrons to provide feedback to enhance services. Stay responsive to patrons' needs).

To promote genealogy resources to patrons, libraries and cultural institutions can employ several strategies. First, host engaging workshops and seminars that introduce patrons to genealogy and demonstrate how to use available resources. Collaborate with local genealogy societies for expert-led sessions. Secondly, create informative displays and exhibits showcasing interesting genealogical finds and historical records. Thirdly, offer personalized research assistance, guiding patrons through databases and ancestry records. Utilize social media and newsletters to share success stories, tips, and resource updates, sparking interest in family history research. Additionally, develop a dedicated section on the library.

The genealogy required a great knowledge to attracted investors.In adding, that for many families know their Ancestors is very important for them. Learning that We are of illustrious lineage can be a honor, an award, one sort of legendary can satisfied our curiosity. Furthermore, some people are ready to spend much money to obtain informations dating back many centuries. There is a certain fascination.

On my LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter sites I routinely try to post various resources that will help my followers doing genealogy. I post resources for a city, county, state, or country to followers so they have a variety of places to do their research that they may not have known about, or thought about. I also offer advice and help when someone hits a brick wall in their research.

Hold monthly programs on genealogy, and walk patrons through various databases. You can do an overview of where to find the resources/databases, then delve in deeper with the more popular databases as well as ones that work with monthly observances (women's history month and black history month). At the end of each class give patrons flyers with other upcoming programs and post the flyers throughout the library to make people aware. A lot of people can be intimidated by databases and need help of a class to understand how to use them.

Dans le cadre de mon site, je propose ce que les généalogistes appellent une "liste-éclair" c'est-à-dire la liste de tous les noms sur lesquels j'ai effectué des recherches professionnelles ou personnelles. Dans mon blog ou ma page Facebook, je peux aussi proposer des histoires en lien avec mes recherches.

Start a blog and do research on families who lived in the area for a long time using the collections available. Include evidence like maps, photographs, and other resources. Promote your research by sharing it to any social media platform (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) so more people can read and learn more about what you found. Who knows a descendant is reading it!

My key role as a technology librarian, I always pushed my other fellow librarians to leveraging Library Technology: Example: A user-friendly online guide was created, explaining how to access and utilize various genealogy databases. A researcher, new to genealogy, followed the guide and was able to trace her lineage back to the early 19th century, uncovering a lineage connected to a famous historical figure in Southeast Asia.

Depuis que le DU de généalogie existe, un partenariat existe avec les Archives Départementales du Gard. Les étudiants en présentiel doivent présenter un mémoire collectif sur un personnage du Gard, plus ou moins connu. Pour choisir ce personnage, d'autres partenariats peuvent être mis en place avec les musées, le service patrimoine de la DRAC ou autres... Des conférences, des articles peuvent être derrière proposés aux associations, généalogiques et historiques, locales. Les Archives peuvent aussi s'en servir pour leur service éducatif.

Librarians and archivists often value the benefits of attending state or national conferences, such as meetings of the American Library Association. For those with genealogical collections, getting active in local and regional organizations is even more valuable. Beyond the obvious benefit of knowing and being known, the librarian or archivist can also understand nuances in how various organizations interact, such as "turf wars" over collections, areas of coverage, or similar matters that may have different organizations attempting to cover similar ground. Here, the librarian may become the "bridge" between groups, building connections and sharing knowledge with different organizations.

I remembered between my tour as a librarian between 2006 to 2012, and we do lot's of collaboration with Academic Departments. Story (example): The library partnered with the History department to integrate genealogical methods into their curriculum. A group of students, using these methods, uncovered previously unknown migration patterns that significantly contributed to a new understanding of regional history, showcasing the practical applications of genealogy in academic research.

You can reach out to local or regional genealogical societies, historical associations, cultural organizations, or educational institutions that offer genealogy programs or services. You can also join or create online communities or platforms that connect genealogists, librarians, and researchers from different locations and backgrounds. You can also implement the use of family group records, pedigree charts, and research logos to keep track of their genealogy.

La puissance de communication des réseaux sociaux permet de valoriser et de diffuser des informations de qualité et prouvées grace à des outils de généalogie

The relationship between genealogy (at least of those from recent generations) and oral history is very strong. If your library has (or helps to digitize) a local oral history program, sharing knowledge of transcripts and interviews may open many unexpected (and very positive) doors for genealogists. Similarly, the knowledge many librarians have about copyright, open access, and digital assets may be helpful to old-school genealogists who wish to share stories or create historical documents, but are unsure of best steps forward. Scheduling programs that promote local history or genealogy offer another, and very valuable, version of a "story hour" in the library, too!

Partager échanger nos histoires de vie permet de comprendre ce qui c'est passé au niveau généalogique - créer un mix entre les offs recueillies par l'oral et les répertorier dans des outils numériques est un bon "mélange"

Mettre en valeur l'importance de la préservation de l'histoire familiale et de la mémoire collective en utilisant des exemples concrets et émouvants.Organiser des événements ou des conférences mettant en évidence l'impact des ressources généalogiques sur la société et l'importance de les préserver pour les générations futures.Créer des partenariats avec des institutions culturelles ou éducatives pour mettre en place des programmes de promotion des ressources généalogiques.Mettre en avant le r?le des mécènes dans la préservation des ressources généalogiques et les remercier publiquement pour leur contribution. Créer des supports de communication attrayants et informatifs pour sensibiliser les mécènes aux ressources généalogiques.

Working in a repository that sees any genealogy researchers, I have found that contextually illustrative documents add to the details of an ancestor’s life. Because the USAHEC archives specializes in the history of the U.S. Army, we can provide information on the circumstances of a soldier’s service. To use a personal example, I was able to use documents related to the combat service of the U.S. 12th Infantry Regiment to illustrate the circumstances of my great-uncle’s death in September 1944. Therefore, in addition to the information from his service records detailing his unit, date of death and place of death, I now know from our unit sources what his unit was doing when he was shot.

Back in 2007, I remembered when I was a young librarian at Nanyang Technological University, we suggested to do Digital Marketing Campaigns. The library launched a social media campaign titled "Uncover Your Past: Genealogy Adventures". Each week, a post featured a short story of a researcher who discovered an intriguing aspect of their family history using the library's resources. The campaign's engaging content, including captivating visuals and narratives, attracted a wide audience, significantly increasing the usage of genealogy resources. You can try it too.