Connecticut Research Tour
Uncover your Nutmeg State roots on a special research trip to the Connecticut State Library and Archives. While there, you will have exclusive access to city directories, town records, newspapers, probate records, special genealogy files, published resources, and much more. Our experts will help you plan your research during a pre-trip consultation and also offer on-site assistance. Whether this is your first trip to the Connecticut State Library or one of many, American Ancestors will help you make the most of your time there. The opportunity to enjoy the company and camaraderie of fellow researchers is an added bonus!
Program includes:
- Orientation to collections of the Connecticut State Library by CSL Staff
- Two 30-minute consultations with expert genealogists (one virtual pre-tour consultation, one on-tour consultation)
- Lecture by American Ancestors genealogist
- Opening dinner on Wednesday, May 21
- Pre-program preparatory webinar and resources
- Access to archived online course, Researching Connecticut Ancestors: Four Centuries of History and Genealogy, including access to 5+ hours of recorded lectures, handouts, and more.
Member Pricing: American Ancestors members receive a $150 discount on all research tours. Member discount will be applied to items in your cart at check-out. Be sure you are logged in to see the applied member pricing. If you are not yet a member, join today to waive this surcharge.
Cancellation Policy: Written cancellations received before February 1, 2025 will be subject to a $100 per person cancellation fee. No refund is possible after this date. Fees are based on group participation. There is no refund for services or portions of the tour not taken, or for participants who do not complete the tour.
Travel Insurance: We encourage participants to purchase travel insurance tailored to their individual needs to protect against unanticipated disruptions to their plans. American Ancestors does not endorse or recommend any travel insurance company, but the following is a partial list of possible agents:
Allianz Travel Insurance 1-866-672-9580
GeoBlue Travel Insurance 610-263-0308
Travel Guard 844-600-4914
USI Travel Insurance Services 1-800-937-1387
SCHEDULE
Subject to change
Wednesday, May 21
10:00 a.m. Orientation by Connecticut State Library Staff
10:30 a.m.—4:00 p.m. Personal research and consultations
4:00 p.m. Connecticut State Library closes
5:00—6:00 p.m. Lecture by American Ancestors genealogist Christopher C. Child (held at local restaurant)
6:00—8:00 p.m. Opening dinner at local restaurant
Thursday, May 22
10:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. Personal research and consultations
4:00 p.m. Connecticut State Library closes
Friday, May 23
10:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. Personal research and consultations
4:00 p.m. Connecticut State Library closes
6:00 p.m. Closing dinner at local restaurant
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