Toulouse: Genealogy Workshop – French Ancestry

Exploring your French family history can be a rewarding journey, and the Toulouse Genealogy Workshop is the perfect place to get started. Run by a professional genealogist, this engaging two-hour session helps participants uncover their roots, access digitized archives, and create a personalized family tree. With a cozy café setting and a beautiful view, it’s an experience that’ll have you hooked from the very first step. So, what’re you waiting for? Discover the secrets your family’s past holds…

Key Points

• A 2-hour workshop in Toulouse that teaches participants how to research their French family history with the guidance of a professional genealogist.
• Participants will create an A3-sized family tree and receive guidance on accessing online archives and records to uncover their French ancestry.
• The workshop is wheelchair accessible, conducted in French, and includes the first cup of coffee with additional food and drinks available for purchase.
• Flexible booking and cancellation policies, up to 24 hours in advance, enhance accessibility for participants.
• Positive feedback highlights the workshop’s value, with attendees reporting significant learning and feeling equipped to further explore their family histories.

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Workshop Overview

The Toulouse: Genealogy Workshop – French Ancestry is a 2-hour session that allows participants to learn how to research their family history with the guidance of a professional genealogist.

Held at the café on the 4th floor of Midica store in Esquirol square, the workshop is wheelchair accessible and conducted in French.

Priced from £21.00 per person, the workshop is likely to sell out, so early booking is recommended.

Participants will fill out an A3-sized family tree to take home and receive further research paths for independent exploration after the session.

Booking and Cancellation

How does one reserve a spot at the Toulouse: Genealogy Workshop – French Ancestry?

You can book a spot without immediate payment, giving you the flexibility to pay later.

What’s more, you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

To attend, simply head to the café overlooking Toulouse’s Esquirol square, where the instructor will be seated with a laptop, ready to guide you through your French ancestry research.

The instructor will be seated at the café overlooking Toulouse’s Esquirol square, ready to guide you through your French ancestry research.

1. Reserve now & pay later: Book your spot without paying right away.

2. Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before the workshop for a full refund.

3. Meeting point: Café on the 4th floor of Midica store, Esquirol square.

Workshop Content

During the two-hour Toulouse: Genealogy Workshop – French Ancestry, you will learn how to research their family history with the guidance of a professional genealogist.

They’ll explore digitized archives to uncover their French ancestry. Attendees will fill out an A3-sized family tree they can take home.

The workshop is flexible, allowing participants to address specific research topics or ancestors as needed. Before leaving, they’ll receive further research paths to continue their genealogical exploration independently.

A complimentary first cup of coffee is included, with extra drinks and food available for purchase.

Exploring Digitized Archives for French Ancestry

As participants dive into the workshop, they’ll learn how to effectively navigate the wealth of digitized archives available for tracing French ancestry.

The instructor will guide them through:

1. Accessing national and regional archives online, including the invaluable resources of the National Archives of France.

2. Uncovering birth, marriage, and death records that can shed light on family lineages.

3. Exploring census data and military records to piece together ancestral stories.

With hands-on practice, attendees will gain the skills to unlock their French family history from the comfort of their homes.

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Creating Your Family Tree

Participants then move on to the core of the workshop – creating their own family tree. The instructor provides an A3-sized template and guides attendees step-by-step through filling it out.

Filling in names, dates, and places of birth for grandparents and great-grandparents helps visualize one’s French ancestry. The collaborative environment allows sharing tips and asking the genealogist questions.

Capturing this family information on paper sparks curiosity to dig deeper. Leaving with a personalized family tree, participants feel empowered to further research their lineage using the resources and techniques learned during the workshop.

Addressing Research Topics and Ancestors

What research topics or ancestors do participants aim to address during this workshop?

They’ll have the opportunity to dig into specific areas of their French family history.

The workshop format allows for:

1. Exploring digitized archives for clues about grandparents, great-grandparents, and beyond.

2. Filling out an A3-sized family tree to take home, visualizing their ancestral lines.

3. Receiving personalized guidance from the professional genealogist on how to continue their independent research after the workshop.

This hands-on session gives participants the tools and direction they need to uncover more about their French roots.

Further Research Paths

After the workshop, you will receive personalized guidance from the professional genealogist on how to continue their independent research. The instructor will provide a roadmap with suggested next steps tailored to each person’s family history and research progress. This may include:

| Research Tip | Potential Next Steps | Resources |

| — | — | — |

| Accessing Digitized Archives | Explore online databases & parish records | Familysearch, Archives Départementales |

| Locating Primary Documents | Request copies of birth/marriage/death certificates | Local mairies & registries |

| Building Family Trees | Connect with distant relatives on genealogy websites | Ancestry, MyHeritage |

The workshop doesn’t end here – the real journey of uncovering one’s French ancestry is just beginning.

Participant Feedback

Feedback from those who’ve attended the workshop has been tremendously positive.

Participants consistently praise the genealogist’s expertise and the workshop’s value in uncovering their French ancestry.

Some key feedback includes:

1. "Very interesting activity, well received by Anais, very educational. Recommended for visitors to Toulouse."

2. "I was able to fill out my family tree and get helpful research paths to continue my genealogy work on my own."

3. "The workshop exceeded my expectations – I learned so much in just 2 hours. Definitely worth the price."

Attendees leave the workshop feeling energized and equipped to delve deeper into their family histories.

Ask Away

Can I Bring My Own Laptop to the Workshop?

You can bring your own laptop, but it’s not necessary. The workshop provides everything you need, including a laptop for the instructor to guide you through the research process. Just come ready to learn and explore your French family history.

Is Wi-Fi Available at the Venue?

The venue provides free Wi-Fi, so you can easily access digitized archives during the workshop. Just connect to the café’s network and you’ll be all set to research your French ancestry.

What Types of Digitized Records Will Be Covered?

The digitized records covered include historical parish registers, census records, immigration records, and other key documents for tracing French ancestry. Participants will learn how to navigate these online archives during the interactive workshop.

How Detailed Will the Family Tree Be That I Create?

The family tree you’ll create during the workshop will be an A3-sized one, allowing you to fill out details on your grandparents and great-grandparents. It’s a great way to get a rundown of your French ancestry.

Can I Get a Copy of the Presentation Slides?

Sure, you can get a copy of the presentation slides. The instructor will provide them to all participants at the end of the workshop, so you can refer to them later and continue your genealogy research.

Final Words

The Toulouse Genealogy Workshop provides a fantastic opportunity to explore one’s French ancestry. Led by a professional genealogist, the interactive session equips participants with the skills to navigate digitized archives and uncover vital records. Attendees leave with a personalized family tree and tailored research paths, empowering them to continue exploring their family histories. The positive feedback highlights the workshop’s immense value, making it a must-attend event for anyone interested in their French roots.

You can check availability for your dates here: