06/12/2026
🌳 Discover Your New Mexico Roots! 🌳
Have you ever wondered where your family came from or how to trace your Hispanic ancestry in New Mexico? Join renowned genealogist Henrietta Martinez Christmas for an informative and engaging workshop on Hispanic genealogy, family history research, and New Mexico roots.
Participants will learn:
• How to begin and organize family history research
• Why location is critical in Hispanic genealogy
• How to use civil, church, and federal records
• Migration patterns of New Mexico’s early communities
• Naming traditions and spelling variations in historical records
• Tips for reading and understanding historical documents
Whether you’re just getting started or working through a genealogy “brick wall,” this workshop will provide practical tools and insights to help you uncover your family’s story.
đź“… Friday, June 12, 2026
🕥 10:30 a.m.
📍 Carnegie Library
500 National Avenue
Las Vegas, NM 87701
Hosted by the New Mexico Genealogical Society.
Bring your questions—and your family names! We hope to see you there.
For more information, contact Carnegie Library at 505-426-3304. 📚✨