June 4, 2013
People of the National Road
James K. Jeffrey
The National Road was the first major highway in the United States built by the federal government. Construction began in 1811 in Cumberland, Maryland on the road that would, by 1841, stretch more than 600 miles between Baltimore and Vandalia, Illinois. The National Road served as a gateway to the West for thousands of settlers. Did your family take this road west or stop along the way? Today, much of the old route is followed by U.S. highway 40.
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"YOU ASKED FOR IT"
Our popular informational series which will answer some requests from a member survey of interests. These will take place BEFORE the regular BGS meetings in the same location from 6:30 - 7:15.
"YOU ASKED FOR IT"
June 7 : Learning without $pending: Get a Free Genealogical Education
July 2 : University-based Learning Programs (NIGS, BYU, BU)
Aug 6 : DIY Educational Opportunities: Institutes and Home-based Learning
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**NEW MEETING LOCATION**
Our meeting place has moved to Frasier Meadows Retirement Community at 350 Ponca Place, just across the street from the old location at Mountain View Methodist Church. Come in the main (west) entrance door, sign the register in the lobby, and take the elevator to the 5th floor Sky Lounge (where we meet for Dessert Night). There will be signs to direct you.
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