Modern Day 'Diggers' Show 19th Century Life Through Artifacts

HAZEL CREST, IL — South Suburban Genealogical and Historical Society meets Sat., Sept. 14 at 10 a.m., as brothers Michael and Mario Bovino present "19th Century Life Through Artifacts." The brothers are modern-day "diggers" who will explain how they unearth remnants of the past in the Chicago area.

Admission is free. Attending in person is recommended to view a variety of items the Bovinos have uncovered, from bottles to pottery and more, organizers said. The meeting takes place in the Senior Auditorium of the Martin J. Kauchak Public Safety Building, 3000 W 170th Place, in Hazel Crest. Entrance is at the far west end of the building.

Zoom participants will see a PowerPoint of the process used to uncover the artifacts. To attend via Zoom, one must register. An email with a link to join the program will be sent after registration.

Since 1968, South Suburban Genealogical and Historical Society has assisted people tracing their family history and local history. The society maintains a genealogical research library in Hazel Crest that is free and open to the public. SSGHS also conducts classes in genealogical research; offers free public programs on genealogical and historical topics; offers research services; and publishes a monthly newsletter and a twice-yearly journal. The society actively collects materials regarding the townships of south Cook and north Will counties, plus Chicago's Roseland and Pullman neighborhoods. Information is at ssghs.org or by calling (708) 335-3340.