St. Louis Park Community Education

Discover local and online resources for family history research, including Ancestry.com, FamilySearch.com, newspaper databases, state and county historical societies and libraries. Explore the best archival supplies and helpful resources for safely handling, reviewing and organizing physical family photos, documents and heirlooms. Discuss what to save, shred, toss and/or possibly donate. Gather stories and create illustrated albums and books to preserve and share your precious history and memories with family and friends as well as future generations. Bring a few favorite family photos, documents and/or small heirlooms for "show & tell."

Tired of living with too much stuff? Need to downsize your or your parents’ home? This class will guide you in clarifying priorities in sifting through generations of clutter and memories. Consider what may be overstimulating along with the benefits of familiar and sentimental objects that can provide comfort in a healthy safe home. Discover the power of creating a “fond memories” photo album as an opportunity to collaborate, reminisce and honor personal accomplishments and precious family memories. Informative handouts and community resources to “right size” while donating, upcycling and recycling.