Genealogists can meet and mingle with representatives of genealogical societies from across Texas in the TxSGS Conference exhibit hall. During the welcome reception and conference breaks, take a moment to peruse the books, publications, and other offerings, especially for counties in which your ancestors lived. Partner Society representatives have a better idea than most anyone … Read more
Technology is here to stay and constantly changing. Use your smartphone to digitize documents, Evernote to get the most out of your research, and make sure your privacy is maintained in the process. There’s something for everyone, including a workshop on Saturday that will show you why Microsoft Excel can be an Excel-lent tool to … Read more
Honor the pioneering spirit of your early Texas ancestor with a TxSGS Heritage Certificate! Whether your ancestors were part of the group of first settlers or came later, their contribution was vital to Texas history. TxSGS offers the following certificate programs for those with pioneers and those with notable service to Texas in their lineage: … Read more
Military records can be rich in personal details not available in other records. From the Civil War through World War II, learn how to research a confederate unit and pursue ancestral service and veterans records. The sessions take our Journey through World War I, while Michael Strauss’ workshop on Friday provides an in-depth look at … Read more
Storytelling … it’s the reason many of us became interested in genealogy. Were those tales our grandparents shared really true? The detective in all of us itches to find the truth! The September Stirpes focuses on storytelling, with great articles on a variety of storytelling aspects from techniques to examples. Donna Ingham evokes the soul … Read more