Explore German heritage at this discussion-based, hands-on program at West Overton Village presented in partnership with the Heinz History Center. Learn about the documents and artifacts in your own home and the stories they tell.

German is the #1-claimed heritage in the United States (per the 2000 census). This program, facilitated by Pam Israel from Unlock Your History and Robert Stakeley from the Heinz History Center, will provide insight on German history and the unique challenges of understanding historical German documents and artifacts.

Attendees are encouraged to bring personal documents and family heirlooms that they would like to better understand. The presenters will discuss how anyone can decipher clues hidden within documents and provide guidance on when to get more help. They will also provide options to better care for personal artifacts.

This program provides an exciting opportunity to discover how family heirlooms, genealogy, language translation, and history come together to demonstrate how your personal story matters.