Pacific Alaska Region, Seattle

NARA's Pacific Alaska Region (Seattle, WA)

Special Events and Workshops

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We offer workshops that address the federal agency records held at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) - Pacific Alaska Region (Seattle).

Date: Scheduled Workshops:
(to schedule a special workshop at the archives for your school, genealogical society, or other group see Workshops for Groups):
 Time: 

Saturday, July 10, 2010

Overview of the National Archives
What is a Repository? What is an Original Document? What does NARA-Pacific Alaska Region, Seattle WA have to offer? An overview of the types of documents held and how the public can access the information. Please bring your questions and know your answer may require some research...


10:00 -
11:30 AM

Saturday, July 10, 2010

The National Archives Online
The National Archives holds over ninety six BILLION original documents, created by over five hundred federal agencies. These documents are just waiting there to be an important part of your historical project, lesson plan, or family history research project. The National Archives is working DAILY to make these records more available by placing document descriptions AND digital images online. Come learn how to find them.


1:00 -
2:30 PM

Saturday, January 8, 2011

The National Archives Online

10:00 AM -
11:30 AM

Saturday, January 8, 2011

Overview of the National Archives

1:00 PM -
2:30 PM

 



Brick Wall Genealogy Discussion Group
Come bring your brown-bag lunch and your "impossible genealogy problem" and our knowledgeable staff will brainstorm possible solutions! All sessions are FREE and are held from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
Thursday, January 14, 2010Thursday, May 13, 2010 Thursday, September 9, 2010
Thursday, February 11, 2010 Thursday, June 10, 2010 Thursday, October 14, 2010
Thursday, March 11, 2010 Thursday, July 8, 2010CLOSED for Veteran's Day
Thursday, April 8, 2010 Thursday, August 12, 2010Thursday, December 9, 2010



Free Classes and Workshops Available for Groups
at the National Archives at Seattle

See our flyer on Bringing Your Group to the Archives
(by appointment during regular office hours only)

* Our convenient facility can accommodate groups between 8 and 40 adults.
* Appointments for your group must be made in advance and the workshop must take place during our regular office hours, between 7:45 AM and 4:15 PM, Monday through Friday, or the second Saturday of each month between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.[except Federal holidays]. Free. For reservations and available dates and times, please call 206-336-5115 or 206-336-5151
* Smaller group workshops will be opened up to the general public. (Watch this page for announcements.)

(Educators: Please note that there are special requirements for groups of school children. Please refer to our education flyer or call us for details at 206-336-5151.)


Cost: Most workshops listed on this page are free of charge unless otherwise indicated. All suggested donations, if requested, are payable by cash or check at the door. Ample free parking is provided.

Location: NARA-Pacific Alaska Region, 6125 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115. Classes are held either in the upstairs Conference Room or our new Learning Center.

Registration: Advance registration is advised. Classes are held on a first come, first served basis. To register, call 206-336-5115, or e-mail: seattle.archives@nara.gov, or in person during normal business hours, 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Cancellation policy: We reserve the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment or adverse weather.

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The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration
8601 Adelphi Road, College Park, MD 20740-6001
Telephone: 1-86-NARA-NARA or 1-866-272-6272