Hidden histories available through genealogy research

Workshop will offer ways participants can unearth family lineage, untold stories
courtesy photo County residents interested in genealogy are invited to unlock the stories of their family’s past at a Beginners Genealogy Workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 5 at the Lampasas Public Library.
courtesy photo County residents interested in genealogy are invited to unlock the stories of their family’s past at a Beginners Genealogy Workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 5 at the Lampasas Public Library.

Genealogy, the study of tracing one's family history, is an important journey into the past.

For those interested in getting started, the Lampasas County Historical Commission is hosting a beginners' class in genealogy on Oct. 5, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Lampasas Public Library.

Understanding where one comes from can give a deeper connection to family roots and helps preserve stories and tradition…