Learn more about the cutting edge science of DNA which can help enhance or confirm your paper based family research. During the hour presentation, a mix of history, available tests, testing companies, and how to use your test results, will help get you started on how to add DNA as a genealogical resource.

Seema-Jayne Kenney is a professional genealogist and founder of Seema-ABLE. She has extensively researched her own roots that go back to Colonial New England, as well as into England, Germany, and Sweden. Wanting to pursue this to aid others in their own genealogical research, she completed the Genealogical Research Certificate Program at Boston University’s Center for Professional Education as well as additional education through the Genealogical Institute on Federal Records and ProGen.

This is the third of three virtual programs focused on an aspect of genealogy, associated with Find Your Voice: Summer Reading for Adults. See our full line-up of summer events!