On Thursday, Oct. 15, the Berks County Genealogical Society will welcome Bradley Smith for the program entitled “Wonderful Nice: The Curious Legacy of the Pennsylvania Dutch.”

The Pennsylvania Dutch have had a tremendous influence on the history and development of Pennsylvania and our nation. This program will explore the origins of the Pennsylvania Dutch, their language, traditions, and the lasting importance of their cultural heritage.

A brief members’ meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m., with the program immediately following.

The presentation is free and open to the public and may be attended either in person or through Zoom.

In-person location:
Berks County Genealogical Society
GoggleWorks Center for the Arts
201 Washington St., Room 413
Reading, PA 19601

For those wishing to attend virtually, the Zoom link may be requested by emailing publicity@berksgenes.org. The public may also visit berksgenes.org, where a direct link to the Zoom presentation will be available.

The Berks County Genealogical Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the genealogical and historical resources of Berks County and helping individuals discover and document their family histories.