Upcoming Houston-Area Genealogy Events

Spring is in the air, and upcoming Houston genealogy events are sprouting up all over the place. Should you be fortunate enough to be in the Bayou City in the coming weeks, check out these great learning opportunities:

April 15, 2017 - Clayton Library Orientation 2-4pm
This is a monthly event that is part library tour/part resource tour/part getting started in genealogy. It's the best way to hit the ground running when you begin to climb your family tree. And, it's free!

April 22, 2017 - DAR Day at the Clayton Library 10:30am-4:30pm
Ever wonder how to join the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)?  Representatives from local DAR chapters will be at Clayton Library for consultation and research help in preparing lineage papers for submission to the DAR.  No reservations required.  

April 22, 2017 - Clayton Library Lecture Series 10:30am-12:00pm
Using Historical Online Map Sites to Enhance Your Family History Research
Maps are an excellent resource for researching our ancestors’ movements.  In addition to tracking movements, maps can add context to the economic, geographic, and political environment in which they lived.  Staff member Franklin Smith will discuss the best free online map sites, those available at Clayton, and how maps can enhance your research experience. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. 

April 29, 2017 - George Memorial Library Using FamilySearch and Self Publishing 9:00am-12:00pm 
Using FamilySearch.org More Effectively FamilySearch.org has billions of names in the family tree and millions of records for genealogical research. This class discusses how to use this collaborative tree more effectively using indexed and unindexed records and leaving a trail of your research decisions along the way.
Self Publishing Your Family History The best way to preserve family history is to publish a book. Once you have your manuscript finished, how do you prepare it for publication and what services should you use? This class walks you through the process so you can have your family history in your hands efficiently and affordably.

May 6, 2017 - Hispanic Genealogical Society of Houston Day 12:00pm-2:00pm
Need help finding your Hispanic family roots? Members of the Hispanic Genealogical Society of Houston will be available for consultation and research help to guide you on the path to finding those roots. No reservations required.