Watkins Genealogy Group

Genealogy Classes

Since 2016, the Watkins Genealogy Group has held engaging classes aimed at informing a wide range of family historians from novice to experienced. These classes are taught by genealogy expert Alisa Branham. The group’s emphasis on history and context makes them a great partner to the museum, which provides a meeting space and staff support for their classes and events.

Upcoming ClassesDates & Times
Introduction to GenealogySaturday, March 2, 2024
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Meet Alisa Branham

Longtime Watkins partner Alisa Branham brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role as head of the Watkins Genealogy Group. In addition to working for 30 years as a staff member at the University of Kansas, Alisa taught college-level courses for 10 years.  She has prepared and taught over 30 classes for the Watkins Genealogy Group.

Resources in the Kramer Research Room

The Watkins Museum’s archive has thousands of photographs and documents about the history of Douglas County, Kansas and its residents. These materials cover themes including businesses, schools, genealogical records, and more. Click the link below to access the museum’s full genealogical records.