Heritage With Heart

11/12/2025

TOMORROW! The Power of DNA - Making Life-Changing Connections -

Join us for a FREE presentation at Patrick Beaver Library as we follow an extraordinary journey of discovery—where DNA testing revealed long-hidden secrets, connected an adoptee to his German roots, and united him with a birth family he he longed to discover. Along the way, he didn't just transfo...

11/10/2025

Only 5 days away! If you want to order a box lunch, tonight is the deadline. No problem bringing your own lunch instead. Just come and enjoy a fun-filled, inspiring conference.

If you are interested in your family history, you have the opportunity to attend the Genealogy Conference on Saturday, November 15, sponsored by the Burke County Genealogical Society. Three dynamic speakers, including Lisa Lisson from "Are You My Cousin?" are on the schedule to present tips and techniques for researching your family history. See the flyer for details. To register, contact Laurie Johnston at 828-764-9266.

11/10/2025

5 days until Genealogy Conference! Seats filling up fast! -

Only 5 days until a Day of Genealogy Inspiration & Education on Saturday, November 15 @ 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM!  Seats are filling up fast, so Register NOW... Call Laurie Johnston at 828-764-9266! Box lunch pre-order ends tonight, Nov 10th.  Get ready for an unforgettable day of family history disc...

11/09/2025

The Power of DNA - Making Life-Changing Connections -

Join us for a FREE presentation at Patrick Beaver Library as we follow an extraordinary journey of discovery—where DNA testing revealed long-hidden secrets, connected an adoptee to his German roots, and united him with a birth family he he longed to discover. Along the way, he didn't just transfo...

11/07/2025

Bonus Alert! Free Historic Home Tour + Genealogy Day You Won’t Want to Miss! -

Step into history for a Day of Genealogy Inspiration on Saturday, Nov 15th! Get ready for an unforgettable day of family history discovery!

11/05/2025

Burke County Genealogical Conference - Nov 15 -

Join us Saturday, Nov 15th for a full day of family history! I am thrilled to announce that I will be sharing the stage with nationally-known Lisa Lisson of "Are You My Cousin?" and Michielle Woods with LDS Family History Center.

10/27/2025

2 Events this week at Patrick Beaver & Newton Library -

Join us TOMORROW, Tuesday 28th @ 6pm as we reveal the 3 Keys to Successful Research.  Are you frustrated with those brick walls? Feeling stuck or unsure where to start? Whether you're overwhelmed, distracted, or just out of steam, it’s time to refocus on your goal. Discover three essential keys ...

10/26/2025

TODAY - Waking the Dead at Hickory's Historic Propst House -

Step into the shadows of Victorian mourning... LAST CHANCE! Join us TODAY from 4 - 7pm, Sunday Oct 26th for Waking the Dead, an immersive Victorian wake experience with equal parts fascinating, educational and haunting. Ever wondered what a cooling board was used for? Curious about the taste of an a...

10/22/2025

TODAY! Grave Tales: Messages in Marble - Oct 22 @ 6pm! -

Stay tuned for more about Week 3 of this haunting series! Here's a sneak peek... Event Details:  For more information on what's happening at Catawba libraries this week: https://catawbacountync.gov/news/this-week-your-library-october-19-26/

10/21/2025

Come pay your respects, sample a funeral biscuit and learn how the Victorians turned grieving into an art form.

The Propst House provided a moody setting for "Waking the Dead" last Sunday afternoon. The widows are ready to welcome mourners to another wake on Sunday, October 26 from 4 until 7 pm.

10/19/2025

Yes, a bit creepy... come check out the rest of the house tomorrow from 4-7. We're dead serious about Victorian mourning.

Ready for "Waking the Dead."

10/18/2025

The mirrors are covered, and the clock is stopped at the sad hour in preparation for "Waking the Dead" at Propst House. Join us this Sunday and next 4pm to 7pm to explore Victorian mourning traditions.