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The Historical Society of Pennsylvania presents: ‘Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection: Tracing Families in Social Services Records
Updated Event Description: The Historical Society of Pennsylvania, in partnership with the Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania, is excited to share the archive exhibit, ‘Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection: Tracing Families in Social Services Records’. The exhibit, organized by genealogists Katy Bodenhorn Barnes and Valerie-Anne Lutz, reveals the stories of families who received assistance from local charities and social services in the 1800s. Dive into the archives of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania in this free public event to learn about how these records can answer important social questions about 19th-century Pennsylvania families and social issues.
