Got an Early Texas Ancestor?

TSGS Heritage Certificate Instructions and Information

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 Sessions and Workshop

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

Not a TxSGS member? Join or renew by September 1 to receive Stirpes’ Storytelling issue!

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

Records and Repositories

Records are the greatest source for information about your ancestors. The key is not only finding records but also locating the right record for your ancestor. Knowing what records are available and where to find them is just the beginning. These sessions examine often overlooked sources and provide clues for discovering genealogical gems for your … Read more

Become an Exhibitor at TxSGS 2018 Conference

Exhibit space is available for the Texas State Genealogical Society (TxSGS) 2018 Family History Conference, Journey through Generations, slated November 2-4, 2018, in San Antonio, Texas, at the Omni San Antonio at the Colonnade, 9281 Colonnade Blvd. Partner Societies, libraries, and vendors interested in reaching an audience of professional genealogists, hobbyists, and others with a … Read more

The TxSGS DNA Project