Michigan Connections: Empire State Ancestors in the Wolverine State

Presented by Kris Rzepczynski, MLIS, MA on Tue, 10/29/2024 - 12:00

New Yorkers played a vital role in the settlement, growth, and development of the entire Midwest region, but most especially in Michigan. Join Kris Rzepczynski to explore the various paths to and from Michigan and the many state-specific resources available that help tell those New York family stories. This talk is followed by a Q&A session.

Available to view through April 28, 2025.

About the Presenter

Kris Rzepczynski headshot

A Senior Archivist at the Archives of Michigan, where he specializes in family history and Michigan research, Kris Rzepczynski, MLIS, MA, has worked in the genealogical community for more than 24 years. He is a former Vice President of Membership for the Federation of Genealogical Societies and a Past President of the Mid-Michigan Genealogical Society.