Windsor Historical Society explores, shares and acknowledges Black history throughout the year, and in February two special events help highlight this important observance. Join friends and fellow history-lovers for the three-part “Exploring Black Family History with Genealogist Sandra Taitt-Eaddy” and for the opening reception of our newest exhibit “Inspiring Equal Participation: Windsor Afro American Civic Association.”

Back by popular demand, acclaimed genealogist Sandra Taitt-Eaddy will lead a three-part virtual series beginning February 9, focused on African American and Caribbean genealogy. February is a great time to kick-start your own family history research or learn new sources and methods to help with your ongoing genealogy work! Originally from Barbados, Sandra Taitt-Eaddy is a Greater Hartford-based genealogist, educator, and public speaker who is on a mission to help others experience the joys of family history research and, in her words, to “give voice to our ancestors who were neglected in the annals of history.”

This engaging three-part series will be offered via Zoom on February 9, 16 and 23 (all Thursdays) from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Participants may register for individual sessions or for the full series. Session topics will include:

Part One (Feb 9): Introduction to Genealogy – Learn the steps to genealogy research as you begin your family history journey.

Part Two (Feb 16): Sources of Evidence – Explore various online historical collections for clues and evidence relating to your family.

Part Three (Feb 23): Analyzing the Data and Documenting Your Family History – Assess and draw important conclusions from the evidence and record your exciting discoveries.

Advanced registration is required for this special program. Registration fee is $20 per session or $50 for   the complete workshop series. Register at windsorhistoricalsociety.org/eaddy-genealogy. For more information contact the Society at 860-688-3813 or [email protected].

The public is also invited to attend the opening reception of the Society’s newest exhibit “Inspiring Equal Participation: Windsor Afro American Civic Association” from 1-4PM, Saturday, February 25 at the Chaffee House Gallery, 108 Palisado Avenue, Windsor. The result of over two years  of research and oral history collecting in collaboration with many present and former Windsor residents, Professor Fiona Vernal of UCONN Department of History, and many others. This exhibit features the many stories of WAACA members and family as they share their first-hand experiences in helping make Windsor a more inclusive community. You won’t want to miss this important story! Drop in any time between 1-4PM. Refreshments provided. Free.

The Windsor Historical Society, founded in 1921, invites visitors to explore the people, places, and events that have shaped Windsor for over four centuries. The Society’s museum and research library is located at 96 Palisado Avenue (Route 159) and is open from 11 AM to 4 PM, Wednesday through Saturday. General admission to the library and historic houses is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors and students, and free to all children under 12 and WHS members. All visitors are free to browse the museum store and exhibit galleries at no charge, thanks to generous support of the Town of Windsor.

Visit us on the web at windsorhistoricalsociety.org for directions and more information about programs or volunteer opportunities. Want to know more about Windsor history? Just enter your email in the box at the bottom of our home page, and make sure to “like” the Society’s Facebook page and follow us on Instagram (@windsorhistoricalsociety) for regular updates and insights. For more information visit windsorhistoricalsociety.org or call 860-688-3813.