GTAGS Membership Meeting (Open to the Public)

Thu Oct 23 2025 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm UTC-04:00

Traverse Area District Library Woodmere | Traverse City

Grand Traverse Area Genealogical Society
Publisher/HostGrand Traverse Area Genealogical Society
GTAGS Membership Meeting (Open to the Public)
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Marriage by Blacksmith - Gretna Green Marriages
Presented by Madeline Yanov
In this lively presentation, Madeline Yanov explores the history and legend of Gretna Green, a small Scottish village known for its runaway weddings. For centuries, couples seeking to marry quickly, or without parental consent, fled across the border to Scotland, where the laws were more lenient.
Learn how blacksmiths became famous for forging more than horseshoes, and why Gretna Green holds a special place in the hearts (and records!) of many family historians. You’ll also discover how to trace these marriages and what clues they may leave behind in your research.
This program is perfect for anyone curious about marriage records, legal loopholes, or the romantic rebels in your family tree.
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Traverse Area District Library Woodmere, Blink Charging, 610 Woodmere Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686, United States

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