Come enjoy author Katherine Dimancescu’s engaging presentation about her search for early colonial maternal ancestors in southern New England and the unexpected surprises along the way including her Mayflower ancestry. Be sure to bring a notepad! Attendees will benefit from her discussion of genealogical research methods, resources, and experts in England and the United States who helped her add branches to her maternal family tree. Prepare to learn and be captivated as she shares selected stories about what transpired when doing genealogical research on her ancestors’ farms, on battlefields in England and southern New England, in archives and museums, and in historic houses.

Ms. Dimancescu’s genealogical research discoveries and historical adventures have made their way into print in her two non-fiction narratives The Forgotten Chapters: My Journey into the Past (published in 2013) and Denizens: A Narrative of Captain George Denison and His New England Contemporaries (coming in 2017). She received a B.A. from Denison University in Ohio and was awarded master’s degrees from The University of Westminster and The London School of Economics and Political Science.

Please visit Kate's website for additional details on her books and upcoming Events: www.theforgottenchapters.com.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You may bring a bagged lunch or snack to enjoy while you experience the lecture series. We have Patuxet Cafe, in the Visitor Center, which is open during our operating season (mid-March through November), and is not open in the Winter. You can view the Patuxet Cafe menu, on our website: http://www.plimoth.org/plan-your-visit/shop-dine/dining-functions.

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Please contact Christina Coleman, Public Programs Manager, at (508) 746-1622 ext. 8107 or by emailing ccoleman@plimoth.org, with any questions or if you would like to purchase tickets over the phone.

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You do not have to bring your printed ticket to the event. You may give your name to the Event Facilitator at check-in.