There is still time to register for our next in person MeetUp At the Wendell Museum. In case you need encouragement, scroll down for eight reasons to join us!  8 Reasons* to visit the Wendell Museum on May 13!  The Wendell Timeline  - more than 200 photos and clippings of Wendell history Wendell People  - 11 notables highlighted for contributions far beyond Wendell in a variety of endeavors. Wendell Business  - 18 Businesses that shaped the town are highlighted Agriculture  - Tobacco, cotton and forestry put Wendell on the map. Veterans  - locals recognized for their roles in combat, peacekeeping, disaster relief, and humanatarian aid. Schools  - historic schools, Rosenwald schools, small rural schools, noted educators Churches  - 18 churches more than 60 years old  Civic clubs and organizations  - clubs and club member contributions highlighted Please, join us on May 13. Registration link below. * per the  Wendell Historical S...

This lovely quaint old church figured heavily in the early history of the Mial family, Knightdale, and the communitly of Shotwell. Enjoy the wonderful photos and write up about Oaky Grove Methodist Church near Knightdale. source: Carolina Crossroads Go to  Carolina Crossroads blog. Thanks CC for this great post. Visit Wake County Genealogical Society's Website  -  Homepage  |  WCGS Events  |  Join WCGS  |  Publications  |  Wake Cemetery Survey Images  | Digital Resources  |  History Resources  |  More Links and Resources  |  Contact

 April 25 is DNA Day. It is a great day to take advantage of discounted kits from all the vendors and the free online learning event offered by the FamilySearch Library. Here are details and Zoom registration link. Note:  Times listed are Mountain Time . All times are 2 hours later in Eastern time . 2023 DNA Day at the FamilySearch Library Description 9:00 AM MST – DNA Basics: An Introduction to DNA and Genealogy (Beginner) – Have you heard your friends and fellow genealogists enthuse about DNA but don't know what it's all about? Wondering if a DNA test is right for you? Come learn about DNA, why it's valuable, which tests you can take, and how it might be helpful in your genealogy research. 10:15 AM MST – Why Oh Why Do Your Y-DNA? (Advanced) – Have you ever heard of a Y-DNA test or wondered if you should take one? This class will discuss the value of Y-DNA, who can take a Y-DNA test, and where to purchase a test. It will also discuss the different levels of testing (37, 1...

WCGS member, Tonya Lanier has requested assistance in locating family members that she has lost touch with. If you have any information that you can share or recognize the folks in the photo, please reach out to her directly. Thank you in advance.  From Tonya - I am looking for members of my family.  This photo was taken in the mid 1970’s.  There is a lady named Florence and her husband J.T.    Surnames include Beckwith, Edwards, Green or Lanier.  There was a set of twins, a girl and a boy, named Antione and Antionette .   They lived in the Raleigh/Apex area. Please contact Tonya Lanier, sonshiners61@gmail.com - 336-470-1100.   Thank you! Visit Wake County Genealogical Society's Website  -  Homepage  |  WCGS Events  |  Join WCGS  |  Publications  |  Wake Cemetery Survey Images  | Digital Resources  |  History Resources  |  More Links and Resources  |  Co...