African American Genealogy 101 – Laying the Foundation with Dr. Juanita Gaston When you're a family history “newbie,” the prospect of diving into your roots research can seem daunting. This workshop will start you on the fun and rewarding journey of discovering your African American roots. African American genealogy involves some of the basic rules that all genealogists employ. Thus, in this workshop, you will learn how to begin, where to look for information to extend your family tree, what to do with what you find, and how to put it all together. Dr. Juanita Gaston, the instructor, is a founding member of the Tallahassee African American Genealogical Society and is the owner of J G RootsFinders, LLC. She specializes in African American Genealogy, emphasizing Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. Juanita is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc., and several national, state, and local societies.