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Tacoma FamilySearch Center presents the
5th Annual Tacoma African American Family History Event
Family Ties That Inspire
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us this year!
If you missed us you can view our recorded sessions here:
Forgotten Footprints Provided
FREE Video Oral History Recordings by Forgotten Footprints were generously offered to a handful of participants at our 2026 event.
These recordings captured a brief oral history on video and were edited by Forgotten Footprints.
You can view samples of their work here:
Dianna Kennedy- Mrs. USA Curve
Monique Cockfield- Lady Purple
First Lady Tralayne Davis
Eastside Assembly of Believers
Dan Call
FPHS Teacher
Tim Ward
Tacoma-Pierce Genealogical Society
Rev. Paul Metellus
Mount Calvary Baptist Church
Cornelius Winesberry
"The Star Spangled Banner"
Dianna Kennedy
Chef Makiyah Boston
Praisefully Plated
Vanessa Ellis
Nola Ready Cuisine
Vision Step Team
Did you miss our previous events?
Check out our past Keynote and Presenters
Why do family research?
Connection with ancestors can come from the stories our families and friends tell.
10-steps-to-reclaiming-your-african-roots.pdf10 Steps to Reclaiming
Your African Roots
Write down what you know
Find artifacts around the home
Interview relatives
Create a Family Search account - www.familysearch.org
Create your own family tree
Search for existing ancestors
Look for blanks
Search for historical records
Add photos and stories
Work together as a family
Need help NOW?
Join us for the
African American Family History Focus Group
Every 3rd Tuesday at 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Tacoma Family Search Center
Check out Rootstech
"together"
March 5 - 7, 2026
What to expect from RootsTech?
A family history conference. An on-demand learning library. RootsTech is the premier event to celebrate your heritage through a deeper understanding of family history and genealogy. Join them online or in person in Salt Lake City to discover your story, explore your connections, and uncover what makes you, you!
RootsTech by FamilySearch
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