*This is a partner event. Presenter: Sabine Akabayov. Westphalia is a region in northwestern Germany, now primarily part of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. This webinar will discuss how to do genealogical research in Westphalia. The “genannt” naming pattern for farms, which were the names adopted by anyone taking over a farm, will be explained. […]
David Marlow’s German-Jewish parents arrived in Australia in 1939-1940 as refugees. Growing up, David knew little about their lives in Germany or even the names of some grandparents. Through extensive research he uncovered over three centuries of German-Jewish ancestral history. Members attend free. Guests, $5. Register. Eastern time zone | online | English
This is a partner event. Presenter: Roger P. Minert. Register. Pacific time zone | online | English
*This is a partner event. Vortragender: Erich Lang. Vorstellung von einigen Programmen zum Erfassen, Ausgeben auf Papier oder Online, usw. Bitte hier anmelden. Central Europe time zone | online | German
In preparation for the RevWar 250 commemorations, we will explore Colonial Germans this fall. We'll start with the earliest settlements in New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia, Our study of the era will also take a look at the German-only regiments that served in the Revolutionary War. Join us this fall for a […]
Presenter: Ursula C. Krause. In Germany, more and more directories are online, and some of them are even indexed. This presentation will tell you where to find them, show you how to work with them, and explain how to interpret the information typical for German directories. Register. Eastern time zone | online | English
Presenter: Andrea Bentschneider. Dive into the fascinating history of the Mecklenburg region and discover how to trace your ancestral roots with expert guidance. This presentation will begin with a journey through the historic landscape of two Mecklenburgs – Mecklenburg-Schwerin and Mecklenburg-Strelitz – highlighting their cultural and political development over the centuries. We will explore a […]
Presenter: Katherine Schober. If you’re just starting out, German genealogy can seem incredibly overwhelming. Records in a foreign language, which are written in old-fashioned handwriting, are enough to make finding German ancestors seem near impossible to researchers looking to cross the pond. Luckily, there’s help! In this session, learn the top seven tips to get […]
Presenter: Ute Brandenburg. Napoleon’s occupation imposed civil registration, the Civil Code, and the Revolutionary Calendar on the German population. This lecture examines the unique genealogical records of this turbulent time in German history. Register. Eastern time zone | online |English
Presenter: F. Warren Bittner. Examine little-known and underused published sources of genealogical information. Learn how to access them and use them. Register. Eastern time zone | online | English
This is a partner event. Presenter: Teresa Steinkamp McMillin. This talk will focus on collections of free digitized German materials and indexes available on the internet. Most websites presented are based in Germany, so tips and tricks for navigating them will be included. Members only. Membership information. Eastern time zone | online | English
This is a partner event. Are you encountering difficulties with your German research? Have you considered reaching out to a local genealogy society for assistance? Let's explore some prominent German genealogy societies and special interest groups in the US. Additionally, we will delve into the genealogy groups in Germany, providing insights on how to locate […]