Discussing Facts and Family Lore: Researching Families in the Context of History
As part of the Historic Lecture Series at Deering Estate, ‘Discussing Facts and Family Lore: Researching Families in the Context of History’ explores the America 250 exhibition, ‘Family History is America’s Story’ featuring expertise from Lorrie Chupina Martin, president of the Genealogical Society of Greater Miami. Whether you are discovering ancestors for the first time or trying to verify a long held family tale, this discussion will offer tools for distinguishing fact from lore. Insights into the Deering family’s genealogy will illustrate key examples and may help you consider how your own family’s story fits into the broader context of history.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, November 1st, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Deering Estate Visitor Center Theater
Tickets: Free with Eventbrite RSVP.
About the Speaker
Lorrie Chupina Martin serves as president for the Genealogical Society of Greater Miami, and as chair of the National Genealogical Society Delegate Council for member organizations. After working in finance and operations, the search for biological family in 2018 led her to the field of genealogy. She earned the Boston University Certificate in Genealogical Research and became a professional genealogist focusing on forensic research. Lorrie is also a member of NGS, APG, the APG Forensic SIG, Florida State Genealogical Society, and others. She holds a bachelor of business administration from the University of Miami and master of public administration from Florida International University. Lorrie has served on other community boards including the Junior League of Miami and its Foundation, and currently on the Pinewood Cemetery Advisory Board for the City of Coral Gables.
Cultural Arts Programming at the Deering Estate is made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, and The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. Programming in the Deering Estate theater is also possible thanks to The Jorge M. Perez Family Foundation at The Miami Foundation.