The African American General Interest Group will be meeting at 2:00 on Saturday (May 19) in the West room (Directions, Web Page) at the Dallas Public Library. Speaker: Paul Beaty
Friday/Saturday July 13-14: Summer Institute with J. Mark Lowe
The Dallas Genealogical Society proudly presents J. Mark Lowe in a seminar titled "Finding My Way Home: Methodology, Records and the Old South”
J. Mark Lowe, CGsm is a full-time professional genealogist, author, and lecturer. Mark shares personal experiences that help beginning and experienced researchers gain new skills and insights for research. Mark specializes in Kentucky and Tennessee resources and researches primarily in original records and manuscripts throughout the Southeast. Mark lives in Robertson County, Tennessee which lies in Northern Middle Tennessee along the Kentucky border. With family history in both states, a knowledge of the interaction of citizens along borders helps Mark resolve difficult issues using often overlooked records. As a national and regional speaker, he has brought these areas of expertise along with his unique humor and southern style to many diverse audiences.
You probably know that the 1940 US Census was released on April 2, and that volunteers across the country are working to creating an index to the images. The Dallas Genealogical Society is a society participant in the project and encourages all members to help.
To get started, go to https://the1940census.com/society/ and follow the instruction under the SOCIETY MEMBERS heading. Be sure to associate yourself with the Dallas Genealogical Society when you first log in! Step by step instructions for registering (and checking to be sure you are associated with the DGS) are available in the 1940 US Census link on the Technology SIG page.
April-June DGS Newsletter Available Now!
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The Dallas Genealogical Society proudly presents J. Mark Lowe in a seminar titled "Finding My Way Home: Methodology, Records and the Old South”
