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3rd night of the 4-part Lecture Series

  • Crossroads Institute Wytheville Community College 1117 East Stuart Drive Galax, VA, 24333 United States (map)

Polly Vaughan – Polly was born and raised in Grayson County, Virginia and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Science from Old Dominion University but currently works as a researcher for the Grayson County Historical Society.  Polly was introduced to genealogy by her mother many years ago and said mother is a local historian herself.  Polly is a member of the Grayson County Historical Society and the job she currently holds stems from her involvement with them.  Polly is also a member of the Matthews Farm Museum Board and volunteers at the Farm when she can.  Polly is an excellent example of women of our area growing up and staying in the area and raising her own family here where the roots of her people run deep.  Polly is quick to offer to lend a helping hand, a value highly regarded among Mountain People and much appreciated.    

Krista Harmon Burnette – Krista is a lifelong resident of Carroll County, Virginia.  Raised in the Laurel Community, graduated from Carroll County High School, and Wytheville Community College, she is a retired US Army Veteran and Mail Carrier.  Krista is currently enrolled in the Genealogy Certificate Program through Boston University and is a member of the Carroll County Genealogy Club.  She is a member of the Appalachian Trail chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and is now serving as the Treasurer and the 2nd Vice Regent.  She has been a member of the National Genealogy Society since 2012, receiving the John T. Humphry Memorial Award in 2014.  Krista also is an excellent example of women of our area, raising her family, attending church, volunteering, and finding time to garden and quilt when she can.

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2nd night of the 4-part Lecture Series

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April 13

4th night of the 4-part Lecture Series