When: May 30, 2026
Time: 10 to 11 a.m.
Location: Virtual
Join the Polk County History Center’s Genealogy Speaker Series in May for “Creating Content,” a presentation by Jim Thornhill.
The Polk County History Center welcomes guest speaker Jim Thornhill for a presentation on how to move beyond basic facts during family research to uncover details that help bring your ancestors to life. By exploring community involvement, military service, occupations and everyday experiences, learn how these elements can deepen your understanding of the people who came before you.
This is a virtual program. The presenter will appear virtually. Guests are invited to participate via Zoom or in person at the Polk County History Center, located at
100 E. Main St., Bartow, FL 33830
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/nGxvuedTSWaIj6RiV1Xcnw#/