We have already held the first meeting of the Family Tree club! Together, we explored the mysteries hidden in vintage suitcases and caught a glimpse into the fascinating history of circus life in Latvia and Lithuania.
Our region is brimming with family stories—both somber and joyful—born amidst wars, shifting borders, and constant change. It was incredibly exciting to find links to historical events through circus acts, old photographs, and postcards, discovering how people lived back then and the atmosphere of the times.
What is Family Tree? It is a club dedicated to youth. We have a series of meetings already planned, including trips to other cities and perhaps even other countries—wherever our curiosity leads us.
Our upcoming roadmap includes:
Archive expeditions: Discovering how archives work and what secrets they hold.
Mapping the Family Tree: Learning different methods to chart your lineage and identifying which information is most vital to record.
Preserving memories: Tips on how to interview grandparents, how memory works, and what “guards” our history.
The stories behind objects: Exploring old letters, photographs, and the secrets of the suitcase.
Digital searching: Navigating online sources and much, much more.
Format: Live communication, open discussions, and occasional guest speakers or experts in the field. Meetings take place 1–2 times per month. You are welcome to attend every session or simply join the ones that interest you most.
Want to join us? Send us a message!
