Black History Month Open House

press release: The Society will host a variety of programs and exhibits that highlight the history of African Americans. On display will be several African American quilts that tell the stories of African Americans in Wisconsin. The new exhibit on women's suffrage, "We Stand on their Shoulders: A History of Wisconsin Women and Voting" will also be highlighted. At noon, Archival Genealogist Lori Bessler will provide guidance on how to research your family history with a focus on records that help to tell the stories of African American families in the feature presentation, “Researching African American Family History." At 1 p.m., folklorist Janet Gilmore will talk about the traditions of African American quilting in the state. A quilting workshop will be held at 2 p.m. Hourly guided tours are available. This event is free of charge and open to the public.