2018 Family History Conference

Hosted by the Texas State Genealogical Society, the 2018 Family History Conference, Journey through Generations, brings you sessions with a wide variety of topics from many of the nation’s top family history experts. Workshops and sessions are aimed at strengthening your research skills no matter what your level or area of expertise might be.

Learn from leading family history speakers and educators. Visit companies and organizations providing products and services that will benefit your research. Connect with old friends and make new ones Leave TxSGS 2018 with a renewed enthusiasm for family history and ready to tackle those challenging research projects.

Whether you are just starting to research your family tree or have been an avid genealogist for years, the 2018 TxSGS Conference is an event you won’t want to miss.

 

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Lodging and Venue

Make your reservations today at the Omni San Antonio at the Colonnade, 9281 Colonnade Blvd., San Antonio, TX. The Omni is offering the TxSGS rate three days before and three days after the conference, so participants can research or go sightseeing in the area. Come early or stay after the conference to enjoy San Antonio sites or research your family history.

Learn more and make your reservations online.

Speakers

The Conference Committee is finalizing this year’s program now! There are exciting topics and engaging speakers coming your way this fall.

Program details.

Research & Adventure in San Antonio

San Antonio has a variety of facilities to research your ancestors. Two include the San Antonio Genealogical & Historical Society Library and the Texana/Genealogy Department of the San Antonio Central Library.

San Antonio is always on the list of destination cities for many visitors, and 2018 offers even more exciting adventures. As the city of San Antonio celebrates its 300th anniversary this year, it is the perfect venue for TxSGS to host its annual Family History Conference. San Antonio’s rich history as a crossroads of the southwest makes it the perfect spot for genealogists, historians, and hobbyists to share their genealogy passions, learn new research techniques, and explore the fascinating tapestry of history represented by San Antonio. From unique art exhibitions, culinary events, and festivals to family fun at theme parks and exciting openings, 2018 will be a can’t miss year in the Alamo City.

San Antonio was selected as one of the “50 Best Places to Travel in 2018” by Travel + Leisure magazine and was named to National Geographic Traveler’s “2018 Best of the World” list. The city will celebrate all year long with events, activities, and initiatives that will carry San Antonio into the next 300 years.

The three-day TxSGS 2018 Family History Conference is a great opportunity for family historians to advance their research, hone their skills, and network with fellow genealogists. Be sure to reserve your hotel accommodations as soon as possible.

Accessibility

Registrants with special needs requirements as outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must notify TxSGS in writing of their special needs by October 1, 2018.

Anyone requiring a wheelchair or scooter must make arrangements to bring or rent one. Information on scooter and wheelchair rental will be available soon.

The Omni San Antonio at the Colonnade is completely ADA accessible.

Stay up-to-date

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