Join us for a captivating conversation with Megan Smolenyak, a renowned genealogical adventurer, storyteller, and expert in pushing the boundaries of conventional genealogy. Megan Smolenyak is a name that resonates across the genealogical community. As a popular writer, speaker, and TV guest, her expertise has been featured on prestigious shows like Good Morning America, the Today Show, CNN, and the BBC. Megan's passion for solving mysteries and making unexpected discoveries has taken her on remarkable adventures that have reshaped history and provided invaluable insights into the backgrounds ..read more

Have you ever wondered how genealogists and genetic genealogists utilize their skills to uncover mysteries beyond the realm of traditional family history? Are you curious about the profound connections and fascinating discoveries they make? If so, you won't want to miss our upcoming webinar, "Taking Your Genealogy Research Skills Beyond Family History" on 29 May 2024 at 8 p.m. ET. Join us for an enlightening panel discussion featuring a diverse group of genealogical experts who utilize their research skills to uncover mysteries of lineage in various fields. From forensics and criminal investig ..read more

SEATS ADDED! April 2024: Use AI to Draft Narratives from Timelines and Research Logs Learn how AI can help you get started with your genealogical writing projects. This workshop will show you how to transform research logs into coherent research reports and timelines into vivid ancestral narratives. Toolmaster: Nicole Dyer   Course Delivery: This workshop will be held live via Zoom on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. A recording will be available to attendees for one month following the live event. Price: NGS Members $45; Non-Members $50 Register: More Seats Added!> ..read more

F102 Courting America: Using Court Records for Genealogy May 17, 2024 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Need to fill gaps in your family narrative? Look no further! Court records are a powerful tool, capable of shedding light on crucial details about our relatives and the communities they were a part of. Join us on 17 May 2024 for an unmissable conference session titled "Courting America: Using Court Records for Genealogy," hosted by the esteemed genealogist Judy Russell, JD, CG, CGL.   When it comes to piecing together our family history, court records play a vital role. These precious documents not o ..read more

Go Behind the Scenes with Ancestry Story Producers Nicka Sewell-Smith and Lisa Elzey on 16 April 2024. Get a sneak peek into how the Story Production team at Ancestry starts with an idea and turns it into a moving and memorable story. Learn the steps to crafts the perfect narrative to share with your own family.     ..read more

  With more than 25 million people in the AncestryDNA network, using DNA is an absolute must for the genealogical researcher. Join Crista Cowan, Ancestry's corporate genealogist, for a review of best DNA research practices and a deeper dive into the innovative new features and tools Ancestry has released over the past year.     ..read more

  MyHeritage is sponsoring a webinar with Daniel Horowitz, their genealogy expert, at 6:00 p.m. (ET) on 20 March 2024. MyHeritage just announced several technological additions and updates at RootsTech. Horowitz will discuss the new and existing options from MyHeritage that can help you with genealogy research and family history discoveries. Register via Zoom for "MyHeritage Technologies for Researching Your Family" and plan to attend on Wednesday, 20 March.   Register for 20 March Zoom with MyHeritage ..read more

The October–December 2023 Issue of NGS Magazine is Now Online The October–December 2023 issue of NGS Magazine, Volume 49, Number 4, is being printed and is now available online in the Members Only section of the website. Delivery of print copies depends upon USPS schedules. This issue’s theme is Sorting Out Identities. EDITOR'S NOTE by Deb Cyprych Names are crucial but unreliable markers of identity. When several people had similar names in one area, genealogists risk choosing the wrong person (and the wrong ancestors). Individuals whose names or other identifying characteristics cha ..read more

  Celebrate Family History Month   Get Tips to Help You Scan, Record, and Write October is Family History Month—a perfect opportunity to delve into the rich tapestry of your past. NGS is excited to support your genealogy journey as you explore, preserve, and share your family's unique history.   Whether you're curious about old photos and hoping to scan them, looking to record family members’ memories, or aiming to write stories that are part of your family's legacy, this is the moment to begin or restart a project. It's easy to put off these tasks, thinking there's ..read more

As of 1 October 2023, ConferenceKeeper.org is now officially part of the NGS family. ConferenceKeeper is the most complete, entirely free, online calendar of genealogy conferences and events.  Created in 2012, ConferenceKeeper was the brainchild of Jen Baldwin. In 2015, Baldwin passed it on to Eowyn Langholf Walker and Tami Osmer Mize. Mize has been its sole manager since 2016 and will continue in this role as a consultant for NGS. ConferenceKeeper will continue to support local genealogical societies, libraries, and genealogy-related businesses by providing a wider audience for ..read more