Lineage: Genealogy & the Power of Connection in Early America
MHS Event
Karin Wulf, Brown University, in conversation with Laurel Thatcher Ulrich, Harvard University
in partnership with American Ancestors’ American Inspiration series
This is a virtual event. Tickets are $15 for the live event and video recording; $48 with pre-ordered signed book ($35 retail) sent Priority Mail in the US (Media Mail in Massachusetts).
In 18th-century America, genealogy was more than a simple record of family ties—it was a powerful force that shaped society. In Lineage, Karin Wulf delves into an era when individuals, families, and institutions meticulously documented their connections in family records, cultural artifacts, and court documents. Whether created by enslaved individuals seeking freedom or founding fathers seeking status, these materials demonstrate the culturally and historically specific nature of genealogical interest. The legacy of lineage from the colonial period continued to shape the early United States, underscoring the enduring importance of family connections.
Join us for a conversation between Karin Wulf and Pulitzer Prize winner Laurel Thatcher Ulrich, as they discuss Lineage and genealogy as a foundational element of American history, illuminating its vital role from the colonial era through the birth of the nation.
If you have questions about this program, please contact Olivia Sayah at 617-646-0580, or osayah@masshist.org. The virtual program will be on Zoom and begin at 6:00 PM. Registrants will receive a confirmation message with attendance information.
