Hayes Presidential Library Offers Genealogy Class on Property Records

Attendees can learn how to use land and deed records to trace their family history.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 11:35pm

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The Hayes Presidential Library in Fremont, Ohio is offering a genealogy class on Sunday, May 3rd that will teach attendees how to use property records to help trace their family history. The class, titled "Using Land and Deed Records in Genealogy Research", will be held from 2 to 4 pm in the presidential research library and is open to both members and non-members.

Why it matters

Genealogy research is a popular hobby that allows people to uncover their family's past. Property records can be a valuable resource for genealogists, as they can provide important information about where ancestors lived and owned land. This class at the Hayes Presidential Library provides an opportunity for local residents to learn how to effectively utilize these records in their own family history research.

The details

The genealogy class will be led by Head Librarian John Ransom and Library Technician Sharon Barnett, who will show participants how land and deed records can be helpful in finding family history information. Admission is $15 per person for non-members and $12 per person for Hayes Presidential members. Tickets can be purchased online in advance.

  • The class will take place on Sunday, May 3, 2026.
  • The class will run from 2 to 4 pm.

The players

John Ransom

The head librarian at the Hayes Presidential Library.

Sharon Barnett

A library technician at the Hayes Presidential Library.

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What they’re saying

“Using Land and Deed Records in Genealogy Research is from 2 to 4 p.m. in the presidential research library.”

— John Ransom, Head Librarian

What’s next

Attendees can register for the class online through the Hayes Presidential Library's website.

The takeaway

This genealogy class at the Hayes Presidential Library provides a valuable opportunity for local residents to learn how to effectively utilize property records in their family history research, which can uncover important information about where their ancestors lived and owned land.