Citizen Archivist —WW1

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Friday July 13th 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

What does Archivists do? Where do they work? We’ll start

by investigating Forest County’s WW1 history through the

use of the National Archives and Wisconsin Historical

Society’s resources. We’ll start identifying sources of WW1

records in Forest County and uncover some stories through

photographs and archival documents in the local history

room of the Crandon Public Library.

Friday, July 20th 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

Today it’s all about Preservation! How do we preserve our

WW1 History? Today we’ll discuss the proper way to scan

and store photos in order to preserve them for future

generations. We’ll scan photos, catalog documents and

begin creating online access to the materials.

Friday, August 3rd 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

As the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month of 2018

draws near, we will discuss how we can honor the brave

men and women from Forest county that served in WW1.

We’ll continue discovering stories and documenting them

for a display at the Forest County Fair.

Saturday, September 8th Time to be determined

Let’s show off our World War I History! Youth that

participated in the Citizen Archivist—WWI Spin club are

invited to enter their display in the Forest County Fair.

If you like old photos, museums, and learning about

history, then this is the Club for you!

As a member of the “Citizen Archivist—WW1” Spin Club, you

will work with a trained educator to learn the

basics of archival work including the proper care and

handling of photos, journals, yearbooks, diaries and family

papers. Your work will lead to increased access to a

collection of materials specific to Forest County’s war efforts

during the Great War. We’ll research and scan WW1 era

photos, research WW1 veterans and document the efforts of

Forest County’s numerous chapters of the Red Cross,

WHO: Forest County Youth entering 6th—12th grades

WHEN: July 13th, July 20th and August 3rd

WHERE: Crandon Public Library. (Please bring a

healthy lunch and we’ll take a short break at noon)

COST: $5.00 per youth (payable at the 1st meeting)

Space is limited and registration is required

Register online beginning May 21st at www.forest.uwex.edu

Register by phone by calling Michelle at 715-478-7797.

MEETING DATES & TIMES

4-H SPIN Clubs are short-term clubs that meet to focus on a

Special Interest or topic. They are a great way to learn about

specific project areas and to get to know 4-H. If you need a reasonable

accommodation to participate,

please notify Michelle Gobert

at least two weeks prior to the event

PLEASE NOTE: Parents and/or guardians are

responsible for transportation to and from the

Citizen Archivist Spin Club.