Genealogy Symposium, Inc. is partnering with the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) to hold a three-day hands-on symposium dedicated to instructing participants in the effective use of Ancestry®, Family Search*, and the resources of the OHS John and Eleanor Kirkpatrick Research Center.

Professional genealogists and educators Billie Stone Fogarty and Dave McDonald will serve as the workshop instructors.

Each day of the three-day event will have a specific focus. On Thursday, August 13, the group will receive an overview and a teaching tour of Ancestry®, the world’s largest genealogy site. On Friday, August 14, instructors will explore Family Search—one of the world’s largest genealogy organizations and networks. On Saturday, August 15, participants will learn about the Oklahoma Historical Society’s digital portal, The Gateway to Oklahoma History, and resources available at the OHS Research Center.

Registration is now open, and the workshop will be limited to 48 registrants. The OHS will assist with the program and provide behind-the-scenes tours of the OHS Research Division and museum collections. Lunches will not be provided. Brown bagging is especially encouraged on Saturday.

The workshop runs from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. from August 13–15. Doors to the Oklahoma History Center open at 9:45 a.m. on those days for symposium participants.

Registration is now open, and preference will be given to full three-day registrations.

Full-price registration for reservations taken from July 14 through August 7: $80/day or $225 full registration.

To register or learn more, email [email protected].

*FamilySearch is a trademark of FamilySearch/Intellectual Reserve, Inc., and may be registered in the United States of America and other countries.