Records, Resources, and Repositories

Beyond the census enumerations and vital records are a host of resources that can shed light on your ancestor’s life and perhaps lead to overcoming that obstinate brick wall. Discover gems hidden in city directories, obituaries, death records, Catholic records, guardianship records, and more. Understand newspaper research and indexes. Learn about records created by depression era projects such as the Works Project Administration (the W.P.A.) and the Civilian Conservation Corps (C.C.C). These resources are the greatest source for information about your ancestors! So many records, so little time . . .

Join us at the TxSGS 2019 Family History Conference, Blazing Family Trails, at the Omni Houston Hotel Westside in Houston, TX. This three-day event runs October 11-13 and features 56 sessions, over 30 speakers, four workshops, an Exhibit Hall, and more!

Early Bird registration ends September 10. Register online today!

Reserve your room at the conference hotel before 5:00 p.m. on September 19 to insure you get the TxSGS price.  Use this link to reserve your room.

Visit our website to learn more about this track and the other tracks as well.

Hope to see you in Houston!