In our last Wednesday genealogy program of the year, we invite you to share a family history story or holiday tradition! Don't feel like being in the spotlight? Don't worry, there will be fun, interactive holiday activities to participate in with a genealogy twist.
This us a virtual only meeting. Please join us using Zoom.
Join us as Sarah Cochran presents "Locating Records in Archives from Your Couch."
FamilySearch is using AI (artificial intelligence) to help genealogy researchers find records more easily! Over 100 million searchable records are available, including U.S. land and probate records and Mexican notarial records. Learn strategies for using FamilySearch's experimental text-search feature to find records that you might spend hours trying to find otherwise.
Learn about "The Battle of New Orleans and the Veterans Who Came to Texas."
Sara Cochran will speak on the value of using State and Federal deed records in genealogical research.
Join Richard Gruetzner as he discusses "The German Free School and the German-Texan Heritage Society (GTHS) 1858 - 2025."
The Texas State Genealogical Society (TxSGS) is pleased to announce the launch of its new online education program, “Genealogy Essentials,” designed specifically for individuals interested in beginning or expanding their family history research skills and dedicated to “Building a Strong Foundation for Family History.”
For anyone with actual (or suspected) Jewish ancestral lines.
The DNA Special Interest Group explores the use of DNA as a genealogical tool. The goal is to help individuals understand and incorporate current DNA testing strategies and standards into their personal genealogy. Meeting are open to all.
The group discusses use of variety of sources, including census research, reconstruction and Freedman Bureau records, NARA combined military records of the U.S. Colored Troops, Plantation Slave records, Slave schedules and other records.
Speaker: Sandra Crawley
You have the power to connect to family in your fingertips! Uncover hidden family connections using FamilySearch's free Family Tree app available for both Apple and Android devices. Learn how to get started building a shared family tree, how to add special pictures & audio, and find your degree of cousinship with famous people throughout history OR even the person standing next to you!
If you've never taken the plunge to look into your family's history, this program will help you know how to get started! Genealogy & History staff take you back to the beginning with step-by-step instructions on how to get started researching YOUR family's history. Learn how to set reasonable goals for your research, create an online tree, and navigate popular genealogical websites.
The Best Practices SIG is for genealogists who want to learn advanced methodology skills and techniques. Join in-person at the library or via Zoom!
Join us as Judy Russell presents "NARA Mythbusters: Your Family IS in the Archives."
Newspapers are such treasure troves of important family information - you can even glean information from historical advertisements! DPL Genealogy Specialist II Ari Wilkins will discuss strategies for finding the enslaved and formerly enslaved in newspapers. She will present a case study on how newspapers can lead you to other sources & different types of newspapers, and talk about how to discern the political slant of historical newspapers.
Becky Villareal will be speak on introducing genealogy to younger family members and ensuring that the rich history of our families is passed on to future generations.
Dr. Terry M Turner, Dallas Genealogical Society Secretary, presents "Researching Our Enslaved Ancestry" using a six-step framework.
The group discusses use of variety of sources, including census research, reconstruction and Freedman Bureau records, NARA combined military records of the U.S. Colored Troops, Plantation Slave records, Slave schedules and other records.
