All history lectures and related programs are open to the public and will take place at the  Heritage Library, 852 William Hilton Parkway, Suite 2A.  

Fees for the lectures, unless otherwise noted, will be $10 for non-members, $8 for members.  Couples will pay $15 for non-members and $12 for members.

Space is limited.  Please call 686-6560 to register.

 Dr. Crippen, Murderer?

Patrick Crippen, Member
The Heritage Library

Friday, January 27, 2012; 1:30 - 3:00 pm

“If You Can’t Get Rid of the Family Skeleton,
You May As Well Make It Dance”   (George Bernard Shaw)

An Ancestor Skeleton? If you think you have troubles, explore how one researcher found an infamous ancestor who was a cause  célèbre, not merely an embarrassment.

Imagine if your ancestor was the notorious Dr. Hawley Crippen, hanged for the murder of his wife in London, England in 1910.

What are some approaches for you to use when encountering this type of situation? Is your perspective the correct one in judging your ancestor?
 

Hilton Head Island in the English Colonial Period

Bill Altstaetter; Chairman, History Studies
The Heritage Library

Tuesday, January 31, 2012; 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Bill Altstaetter will describe how cattle ranching began here and gave rise to many customs that later became part of Western lore, and how planters became wealthy raising indigo or Sea Island long-staple cotton. The town of Beaufort became synonymous with culture and elegance.

 South Carolina; The Cradle of Session

Robert Smith, Past President
Heritage Library Foundation

Tuesday, February 7, 2012; 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Find out how life in Beaufort and South Carolina differed from that in the North, and the consequential philosophical divisions of the country that led to armed conflict. 

 Special Commemorative Presentation: Gullah Talk

Louise Cohen

Friday, February 10, 2012; 1:30 - 3:00 pm

In celebration of the Gullah population of Hilton Head Island

Selected Royal Genealogies of Europe

Presented By Dalton Parker
Member of the Heritage Library from Columbia, SC

Sunday, February 12, 2012; 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Parker will be speaking on the genealogies of Queen Victoria of Great Britain, Christian IX of Denmark, Tsars Alexander II, III, and Nicholas II of Russia, as well as William I, King of Prussia.

 Pre-History and History of Mitchelville

Robert Smith, Past President
Heritage Library Foundation

Tuesday, February 14, 2012; 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Revolution and Rebellion

Bill Altstaetter; Chairman, History Studies
The Heritage Library

Tuesday, February 28, 2012; 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Examines the years from 1775 to 1861 addressing opening days of war with the mother country, impact of the British occupation of 1780-83, the lawless years which followed, the golden years of King Cotton and concludes with the Federal occupation of 1861-1866.

Hilton Head Island
The Hunting and Timbering Years, 1866 - 1950

Natalie Hefter, Vice-president of Programs
Coastal Discovery Museum

Tuesday, March 6, 2012; 1:30 - 3:00 pm

The years between 1866 and 1950 were the "isolation years" on Hilton Head Island.  The program will explore the history of the hunting club era on Hilton Head Island, and describe some of the northerners who used this island as their own hunting retreats.

Welcome to the World!
Hilton Head Island from 1850 to 2012

Norman Harberger, Member
The Heritage Library

Tuesday, March 13, 2012; 1:30 - 3:00 pm

A perspective of development of modern Hilton Head during the Charles Fraser years by a participant.

Eliza Pinckney: Whims and Schemes

Peggy Pickett, Volunteer
Heritage Library Foundation

Sunday, March 18, 2012; 2:00 - 4:00 pm

 Peggy writes, "Eliza was a truly remarkable woman who accomplished things we hardly ever think of as being done by women of her time.  Yet, she did them within the rules of the society she was a part of--she was a wealthy, leisured, cultivated woman motivated by her duty to her family."

Peggy Pickett has been representing women from history for over 20 years as a docent at Colonial Williamsburg.  She is now a member and volunteer of our Library.

Class fees are the same for all classes unless otherwise noted:

$25 Non-members,  $20.00 Foundation members

Class size limited, Call 843-686-6560 for registration

   Get with the Program!
Using Family Tree Maker 2011/2012

Carol Clemens, Volunteer
Heritage Library Foundation

Wednesday,  February 8, 2012,   1:30 - 3:30 pm

If you are new to Family Tree Maker, or if you are using a version of Family Tree Maker prior to 2009, this is the class for you! This introduction to FTM 2011/2012 will help you with the basics of entering data into the program.  If you think your old program is "good enough," this class just might change your mind!

For additional information, click here

Genealogy on the Web

Using the Web for Genealogy Research

Linda Piekut, IT Services
Heritage Library Foundation

Wednesday,  February 15, 2012,  1:30 - 3:30 pm

An overview of genealogical research sites available online and techniques to make online research more efficient. This lecture is designed for the intermediate genealogist:  that is, participants should understand and have experience using search engines and web browsers, and have a general familiarity with techniques for family research.

Advanced Family Tree Maker: Moving Beyond the Basics

Carol Clemens, Volunteer
Heritage Library Foundation

Wednesday, February 29, 2012,  1:30 - 3:30 pm

Already using Family Tree Maker and want to move beyond the basics?  This is the class for you!
Some topics covered include:
1.    Working with custom print through My Canvas
2.    Fine tuning customized reports as charts, photo albums etc.
3.    Using the task list
4.    Printing specific documents from your tree
5.    Organizing with the Book features

For those registering for the class: If you have specific questions that are beyond the basics of FTM, email them to cclemens318@roadrunner.com by February 1st for possible inclusion in the program.

Note: This program is for those who have previously taken the basic Family Tree Maker class presented at the Heritage Library or who are already skilled with the basics of FTM and want to do more.

 Carol Clemens, Volunteer
Heritage Library Foundation

Wednesday, March 7, 2012, 1:30 - 3:30 pm

Are you using Word 2007 or 2010 just for text?  If so, you are missing many tools this program offers for the genealogist to create a family narrative complete with photos, maps, newspaper clippings, clip art, copies of documents, etc. integrated into your narrative. Learn to use Word to create a “Pieces of Your Past” booklet as a way of sharing direct lineage without overwhelming others.  This is a "hands on" class and you are encouraged to bring your laptop.  Don't worry, if you don't have a laptop, come anyhow! 

Click here for additional information.

This class is appropriate for those with basic computer and word processing skills.

Create Your Own Free and Easy Genealogy Website

Carol Clemens, Volunteer
Heritage Library Foundation

Wednesday, March 14, 2012, 1:30 - 3:30 pm

This class will walk you through how to use a free, online service to create your own website for genealogy and photos.  The site offers an array of templates and options to make the task easy.  You do NOT need to know anything about website building.

Overcoming Your Brick Wall:
A team approach to solving tough research problems

Nancy Burke, Librarian, et al, Heritage Library Foundation

Wednesday, March 21, 2012; 1:30 - 3:30 pm

Beating your head against your brick wall? Bring your wall to share with a panel of library research analysts and fellow genealogists.  Others may have conquered your problem and will be willing to share their expertise with you.  Send your problem in advance to librarian@heritagelib.org.

The Heritage Library regularly conducts workshops and lectures on topics of interest to genealogists and historians interested in the history of the Low Country.  

Class fees range from $20 to $50, and members of The Heritage Library Foundation receive a discount.   Lectures may have a  charge or request a donation.

All classes and lectures are open to the general public.

Space is limited and advance registration is required.

Winter 2012 Class Schedule

Winter 2012 Lecture Schedule