Family History Day
Free Genealogy Conference
Saturday, October 10
12:45pm - 4:45pm
Enjoy an afternoon of classes and network with fellow genealogists!
Professional genealogists will present programs for family history researchers at all levels on using newspapers, land and probate records, records from the National Archives, and immigration to the Midwest. Historical and genealogical groups will be here to answer questions and provide more information on their work during the break. Door prizes and giveaways will go home with some lucky winners.
Check-in will begin at 12:45 pm and our keynote speaker, Lori L. Samuelson of Genealogy At Heart, will kick things off at 1pm with "Genealogy Inspiration". Stuck on a brick wall? Looking for fresh ways to uncover family stories and connect with your past? Join professional genealogist, author, and educator Lori L. Samuelson of Genealogy at Heart for an engaging program filled with creative approaches to family history research. Discover how surname studies, storytelling projects, blogging, family history writing, research spreadsheets, timelines, volunteer opportunities, and even art, food, and family activities can lead to unexpected discoveries. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced researcher, you'll leave with practical ideas to help you break through research challenges, preserve family stories, and make genealogy more meaningful and enjoyable. This presentation is packed with real-life examples, helpful resources, and inspiration to help you connect, communicate, and create through family history.
Choose from these sessions at 2pm:
Researching Newspapers Outside of Newspapers.com
Amber Oldenburg- One Branch at a Time Genealogy
The availability of digitized newspapers continues to grow each day. This presentation will showcase sites that make newspapers available to researchers for free or very little cost, such as Advantage Archives and Chronicling America, as well as the resources for newspaper research available at local FamilySearch Centers and archives. Attendees will walk away armed with a wide array of resources to begin tracing their family history in newspapers.
Using Land and Probate Records to Create Your FAN Club
John Barr- Old Northwest Genealogy
Using Land and Probate Records to create a list of family, associates, and neighbors that can add context and proof to your lineage research.
· How to compile a FAN Club from Land and different probate records.
· What your FAN Club is and who it might consist of.
· Land and Probate documents that may add to your FAN Club.
· How to use your FAN Club to advance your research.
· Example of creating and using a FAN Club from land and probate records.
Break 3pm-3:35pm
Visit with representatives from local historical and genealogical/lineage societies. Snacks will be available.
Choose from these sessions at 3:45pm:
Accessing Tools and Records from the National Archives for Family History
Ryan Johnson- RJJ Genealogy
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), holds records relevant to a diverse range of family history research goals. Join us to learn about the importance of knowing what NARA offers and how to start finding your ancestors and their entourage in federal records.
From Feet to Flight: (Im)migrating to the Midwest
Amy Vedra, Director Reference Services, Indiana Historical Society
Discover the journeys of families moving to the Midwest, exploring challenges, experiences, and factors shaping their arrival through personal accounts and historical insights
Registration is required.
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