As a family historian and genealogist whose primary research focus is Georgia, I am extremely upset by the recent news that the Georgia Archives is scheduled to close to the public on November 1, 2012. Currently, the Archives is open only two days – Friday and Saturday. Although Governor Nathan Deal stated recently that he would keep the Archives open(click here for that story), there are no guarantees and the future for the Georgia Archives looks bleak. Please lend your support and show the politicians in Georgia that the state archive is important to all of us.
Here’s how you can help. Sign the petition and join the Facebook group. You can also contact the governor, the secretary of state, and if you live in Georgia, your local representatives.
Thanks for your support!
