FR02 It’s Not Greek! Reading Old German Handwriting

Friday, 23 May 2025, 3:00-5:00 p.m., Nunn room

Are your German records gathering dust because you can’t read them? Come learn how to be successful reading old German script and Fraktur in this 2-hour workshop. With examples of handwriting variations over time, and websites to assist in reading the old German Gothic script, you will be well-prepared for the hands-on portion: deciphering Fraktur in German newspapers and church record headings, as well as transcribing church records from both form and paragraph styles. Tricks for decoding common nuances (letter grouping, double letters, blends, special letters, etc.), will also be shown.

Karynne Moses specializes in German and Portuguese genealogy research. She worked closely with Roger Minert on German Immigrants in American Church Records book series.

Dana Palmer, CG, CGL, is a teacher, lecturer, author and professional genealogist. Her expertise focuses on Midwestern (Ohio) research, family books, photo editing, and lineage societies.

This special two-hour workshop requires a separate registration. Seats are limited, so register now.

Registration is now open!