FHS and FSGS Conference: The Intersection of Genealogy & History

The Florida Historical Society and the Florida State Genealogical Society 
will host
Public History Forum and Conference
18-20 May 2023 in Lakeland, Florida

Don't Miss Out on Early Bird Pricing - Now through May 5. 

May 18
The History & Historic Places of Lakeland
The El Destino Plantation Papers
Florida Pioneer Descendants in Conversation
FHS/FGS Awards Luncheon
Tours including Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings
Evening reception and performance

May 19
The Intersection of History & Genealogy
Archival Preservation Best Practices
DNA and New Technologies for Research
Tour of Polk County History Center &
     Genealogy Library
Reception with live music
Banquet with Keynote Speaker:
     Amy Anderson of the La Florida:
     The Interactive Digital Archive of the Americas

May 20
Recognition of Emancipation Day
Florida History Day Students Showcase
Modern Florida History:
     Music, Mayhem, and The New Millennium
St. Augustine National Cemetery Research
Tour of McKay Archives
Boxed lunch picnic

Click here to learn more: https://myfloridahistory.org/conference/forum/2023

RootsTech Family History Conference

Thu, Mar 2, 2023 10:00 AM - Sat, Mar 4, 2023

RootsTech 2023 is a free global family history event where people of all ages learn to discover, share, and celebrate their family connections across generations using technology.

Attend virtually for FREE!

• 200+ NEW on-demand class sessions and classes

• All-year learning from the comfort of your own space

• Connect via digital chat with friends and industry experts

10 Historic Weather Events and How They Impacted Your Ancestors

In your ancestors’ lives, weather events may have led to property loss, migration, occupational change,
illness or the death of a loved one. Of course, some disasters still affect us today, having caused
genealogical record loss.
Here’s our roundup of how 10 weather events influenced your family history

USCIS threat to immigration records access #RecordsAccess

U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) proposes to increase fees for accessing historical records held by their Genealogy Program to as much as $340 per file.  The IAJGS Public Records Access Alert reports that the comment period on this proposal has been extended to March 13, 2023. 

If maintaining access to immigration records of historical and genealogical importance matters to you, see https://www.recordsnotrevenue.com for more information, issues you might want to address, and suggestions on how to write a comment letter.

PS It is also helpful to share your comments with your U.S. Senator and Representative.

Deeper Analysis: Techniques for Successful Problem Solving – 16 Mar 2023

Brought to you by the Florida State Genealogical Society

Webinar Abstract: The Genealogical Proof Standard states that analysis and correlation of data are necessary before we can say something is proven, but what techniques are best? Many people collect information but don’t know how to manipulate it for evidence analysis. Spreadsheets, timelines, maps, charts and tables are a few of the techniques that will be discussed to pull out evidence needed to answer research questions.

Upcoming American Ancestors Events

MyHeritage: Your Personal Genealogy Archive

About this webinar

Many of us are not able to travel to those places where our ancestors lived to do genealogy research. This should not deter us from finding information about our ancestors. MyHeritage can be your “home away from home” online archive to help you find information on your ancestors. Learn from a seasoned genealogist and archivist how to find archived records on MyHeritage from home.

The Florida Keys 200 Years of Paradise

“Journey through the history of the Keys and the people who live that history everyday.” Originally aired by PBS.

Places to find subscription records for free! (members only content)

Use this quick guide to find free online records that some subscription sites make you pay for!

New in the GSGM Member Corner!

• Holiday recipes from our members (Thank you to everyone who participated. There’s still time to send your recipe in!)

• Recordings of Trace Your Family Beginning Classes - Weeks 4-6

• Family Tree Maker SIG recording - December 7th Meeting

• Oct - Dec 2022 - British Connections publication

• Recording of “International Archives with FamilySearch.org” - Monthly meeting and handouts

• Help with research in international archives

• Genealogy software comparison chart

Visit the member corner today! Click Here

The 1921 Scottish Census is Here!

On the night of 19 June 1921 every household in Scotland was asked to fill in the census. The personal information they shared has been kept confidential for more than 100 years.

From 9 a.m. on 30 November 2022 the 1921 census will be opened for the first time and made available on the ScotlandsPeople website and ScotlandsPeople Centres.

These records provide a glimpse of what life was like for people in 1921; where they lived, who they lived with and their occupation. For the first time the census also records where people worked, if children had been orphaned and who was eligible for benefit under the National Insurance Act of 1911.

Test. Analyze. Repeat: Long-Term DNA Strategies for Success

Brought to you by Diahan Southard

The webinar will be recorded and provided for 7 days. However, those who attend live on Wednesday, January 25 at 2:00 PM EST (11:00 AM PST / 7:00 PM GMT) will get a special bonus! See all the details and sign up here.

DNA in Practice: Leveraging DNA Results in Your Family History Research

Brought to you by: American Ancestors

January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023
Live Broadcasts Wednesdays at 6-7:30 p.m. ET
$115
Christopher C. Child
Pam Guye Holland
Melanie McComb

Members Save 10%

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DNA testing has been a transformative tool for genealogists—allowing you to confirm hypotheses, meet distant cousins, and solve some family mysteries. Depending on your goal, however, it can be difficult to determine which test or tests to utilize, how to interpret your results, understand how the results relate to your paper research, and how to keep your matches and research organized. Using several real-world case studies, this online course will demonstrate how to leverage autosomal, mitochondrial, and Y-DNA results effectively using a variety of tools and organizational methods.

The Henry Perrine and Indian Key Connection

The Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade historical society presents historian Brad Bertelli and his program on The Henry Perrine and Indian Key Connection.

Join Brad at the Pinecrest Library at 2pm as he explores the life of Dr. Henry Perrine and his connection to Indian Key. Dr. Perrine sought to live in warmer climates after being accidentally poisoned by arsenic. The event altered his life trajectory, leading him to abandon the medical profession and pursue a career in horticulture. It also introduced him to Indian Key, where his life tragically ended during the second escalation of the Seminole War on August 7, 1840.

Brad Bertelli, a native of Southern California, moved to Florida in 1989 and into the Florida Keys in 2001. Today, he is an Honorary Conch, Florida Keys historian, speaker, and writer. Brad has worked as a museum curator and written several books about the Florida Keys, the local history, and Florida’s favorite cryptid, the Skunk Ape. His history column appears weekly in The Keys Weekly newspaper. Brad lives in Islamorada with his beautiful wife, Michelle. To learn more about the local history, follow his Facebook page Florida Keys History with Brad Bertelli. To learn more about Brad, visit his website at www.bradbertelli.com

Get more details and share this link to our event page with friends:
https://www.mpnod.org/events/brad-bertelli-henry-perrine-indian-key/

Mona Freedman Morris: Treasures from Historical NY Vital Records

January 15, 2023 @ 11:00 am

THE JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF GREATER MIAMI at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation:

4200 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, Florida 33137

Many of our ancestors arrived through the Port of New York and spent time there before venturing on to other locations. In this talk, Mona will show us the new website now available for researching the NYC Vital Records. She will show how and why these records are so important to all genealogists and how to utilize them efficiently. As in previous lectures, Mona will include stories so that we see how these records can impact your research and why they are such a treasure.

Visit https://www.jgs-miami.org/event/mona-freedman-morris-treasures-from-historical-ny-vital-records/ for more information.

RootsMagic 8 (NEW!) and RootsMagic 7 Software Reviews

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New York City Research: Four Hundred Years of History and Genealogy

Live Broadcasts: November 30, December 7, 14 & 21, 2022

Presented by: Hallie Borstel, Sheilagh Doerfler, Rhonda R. McClure, Melanie McComb

Cost: $115; members receive 10% off 

New York City has seen tremendous change over the last 400 years, from its colonial roots as New Amsterdam to its current status as the “City that Never Sleeps.” These changes affected its government, its record keeping, and its people, thus presenting unique challenges for researchers wanting to learn more about their NYC ancestors.

Whether your ancestors arrived during the colonial period or the 20th century, this four-week online seminar provides a century-by-century look at the records, resources, repositories, and research strategies that are essential to exploring your NYC roots. We will also discuss the historical context, settlement patterns, and migrations into—and out of—the city. Note: This course will cover the five boroughs of New York City.

This course includes four 90-minute classes, exclusive access to handouts and recordings of each presentation, and in-depth Q&A sessions with the instructors.

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Native American Heritage Month Resources

The National Genealogical Society (NGS) is pleased to honor our country's indigenous peoples as we celebrate Native American Heritage Month.

The Library of Congress is hosting a Native American Heritage Month website, with support from National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution, and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.

NGS Board member and Chair of the NGS Awards Committee Judy Nimer Muhn has graciously shared with us the above photo and the following resources for those interested in researching their Native American heritage.

US Department of the Interior: A Guide to Tracing Your American Indian Ancestry

This guide discusses how to begin genealogy research.

Ancestry Research Guide: Researching Your American Indian Ancestors

Cyndi’s List of Native American Genealogy Resources

You may also want to check out Judy Nimer Muhn’s own blog post, “November as Native American Heritage Month,” on her website Lineage Journeys.

"Navigating the Records From The War of 1812"

Brought to you by the Allen County Public Library and Brian at Civil War Records

Virtual event on Thursday November 17 at 6:30 PM eastern. Register here. These records can be a bit confusing to figure out at first, so I'll be breaking it all down and explaining what's available and how to find the records.

The event is being hosted by the Allen County (Indiana) Public Library. Come learn about all of the records for your War of 1812 ancestors-- you may be surprised at how much genealogical information is out there!

How to Pick the Best Software for Your Genealogy Goals

Brought to You By Family Tree Magazine

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