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Finding Your Roots in Washington: Washingtoniana Collection

The Martin Luther King, Jr., Public Library in Washington, DC is a one-stop destination for genealogical research that opens the door for beginning scholars to search for their roots. Washingtoniana ranges from dusty tomes to specialized databases, where amateurs can find expert help to trace local and family history, add their own content, and leave a legacy for the future!

Finding Your Roots in Washington: Washingtoniana Collection

3m 35s

  • Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and WETA: asset-original

    Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and WETA

    30s

    Henry Louis Gates, Jr., discusses the importance of the quality historical programming he produces in partnership with WETA and with the support of WETA viewers.

  • Ken Burns and WETA: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Ken Burns and WETA

    1m 30s

    For 30 years, WETA has partnered with Ken Burns to co-produce and bring his remarkable documentaries to audiences nationwide. For information on how to support Ken Burns productions please contact Danielle Manning-Halsey, Senior Director, Principal and Major Gifts. dmanninghalsey@weta.org or 703-998-2812.

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