Research in early Texas has its own unique issues. The Spanish and Mexican legal systems are quite different from the British common law system found in early America; social/family customs of these early settlers differed as well. Successful genealogical research during this time period will depend on the researcher’s awareness of these differences and knowledge … Read more
The Texas State Genealogical Society’s institute, TIGR, promotes learning in an instructional classroom atmosphere, taking each attendee’s skills to another level. A course coordinator and instructors lead students for five days in the same classroom on a progression of topics on the same subject, Texas Research Essentials or Advanced Southern Research Techniques. This format provides … Read more
Land is as much a part of our ancestry as the people who lived and worked on it. Land records represent one of the most underused genealogical resources. Learn how to take advantage of these rich resources to trace your ancestor’s journey. Check out topics by speakers Laurel Neuman and Kelvin Meyers on using land … Read more
Dr. Frank de la Teja, Dr. Amy Porter, Dr. James Crisp, Dr. Mark Allan Goldberg, Mr. Everett L. Fly, Dr. Laura Hernández-Ehrisman, Mr. Gregory Garrett, Mr. Douglass W. McDonald, tours of the Alamo battlefield, pioneer surveying exercises, a Texas History Resources Workshop at Alamo Hall, many vendors/exhibitors and sponsors, and complimentary admission to receptions at … Read more
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