SCC and St. Charles Historical Society Hosting 11th Annual Family History Research Trip to Fort Wayne, Ind.

Published: 11/18/2009

Allen County Public Library is home to one of the top genealogy collections in the United States.  Participants will have guidance from members of the Society to help in developing a research strategy and effectively using the library resources.
 
The five-day trip includes pre-planning assistance and research assistance at the library, a four-night stay at the Hilton Fort Wayne, bus transportation to and from Fort Wayne and transportation during the trip, and a banquet and dinner on Saturday night.
 
The registration fee, if received by Feb. 1, is $220 for participants departing from Missouri and $200 for participants departing from Illinois. If paid before March 1, the fee is $275 for those departing from Missouri and $250 for those departing from Illinois.  
 
Arrangements can be made for participants who prefer to drive their own vehicle.  The registration fee for independent drivers is $150.
 
The registration fee does not include lodging at the Hilton Fort Wayne.  Lodging arrangements are $99 per night per room plus tax for two people.  With breakfast included, the rate is $119 per night.
 
To make reservations at the Hilton, call 260-420-1100 or visit www.hilton.com.  The group code for the room without breakfast is SCG.  The code with breakfast is SCB.
 
Registration forms for the event are available in Room 1104 of the Daniel J. Conoyer Social Sciences Building on the SCC campus.  For additional information, contact Joan Koechig at 636-946-2820 or gateway426@aol.com.  
 
St. Charles Community College is a public, comprehensive two-year community college with associate degrees and certificate programs in the arts, business, sciences, and career-technical fields. SCC provides workforce training and community-based personal and professional development as well as cultural, recreational, and entertainment opportunities. For more information, visit www.stchas.edu.