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Dutch Settlers in New York

This article is contributed by Arlene H. Eakle, PhD. Let me introduce you to a relatively new book about the Dutch settlers in New York: Dutch New York:  The Roots of the Hudson Valley Culture. Edited by Roger Panetta.  2009.  Prepared to accompany an exhibition at the Hudson River Museum with the support of Westchester County and Fordham University Press. This very interesting volume is a series of 13 chapters on varying aspects of the culture through the Hudson Valley from influences of slavery, commerce, Indian villages, architecture, the romantic tradition in literature, historical documents and artifacts, family traditions, and even Santa Claus. Dutch influences in America: Practical tolerance that allowed immigrant peoples of differing backgrounds to live together without persecution or war.  New York became the immigrant capital of America. Free trade permitting small colonies, … Read entire article »

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Setting Goals to Focus Your Research

Introduction Setting realistic research goals or objectives for a trip to a repository such as the FamilySearch Family History Library in Salt Lake City, Utah, involves more than just looking at your data file and picking a person to research. The preparation involves an assessment of the types of information you need and matching those needs with the records that may be available at the Family History Library. For example, it is disappointing and inefficient to choose to investigate military records only to find out that the records you need are in the National Archives and not in the Family History Library. First Step: Examine your data to see what is needed It is tempting to choose to investigate ancestors based on “holes” or missing ancestors in a pedigree chart or fan chart … Read entire article »

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Exhibitor and presentation updates for upcoming Family History Expos

Northern California Expo 2012 Our online registrations have far exceeded last years Expo in San Mateo and we are expecting record attendees at our Expo in Sacramento this year. We still have some good booth space available for this show. If you don’t yet have your booth space reserved, click here for the Northern California Exhibitor Center and register today. Illinois Expo Update We are looking forward to our first Expo in the Illinois area. We ask that you join with us in bringing the finest Family History products to the Springfield, Illinois area. Please take the following link to register now as an exhibitor at this event: Illinois Exhibitor Registration. This Expo has real potential of becoming one of our showcase events. Midwest Expo Update We are looking forward to a great event … Read entire article »

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Top Genealogists and Researchers Featured at Illinois Family History Expo 2012

The two-day Illinois Family History Expo will feature the nation’s top genealogists and researchers. The keynote address is free to the public, as is an exhibit hall filled with professionals demonstrating the techniques, tools and technology to trace family roots. “We are facing a whole new frontier and it is thrilling to be an explorer in this new age. Every day new technology evolves to help make the job of discovering our roots faster, easier, and more accurate,” Hansen said. Professional presenters will offer courses throughout both days to paid registrants. Course materials are available for study as soon as registration is complete. The materials are designed to help absorb materials during the class, and to serve as reference documents after. Arlene H. Eakle, PhD, is president and founder of The Genealogical Institute, … Read entire article »

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Northern California 2012 Family History Expo Registration Update

We wanted to let you all know a little about our 2012 Northern California Expo. The Expo is scheduled for July 6-7, 2012 and is approaching very quickly. Registered attendees for this event in Sacramento have already increased by more than 100 over last year’s Expo in San Mateo. It will be a stellar event and we look forward to having both those returning and all those who are coming for the first time, with us this year. We expect that attendance will be close to double last years Expo when all the registrations are in. Please click here to sign up for exhibit space or give me a call on my cell phone (801-829-8301) for additional information. We thank all of you who have come previously for your support in the … Read entire article »

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Family History Expos Weekly Webinar — Getting Started with Heritage Collector Part 3

Make a Basic Slide Show with Sound or Narrative, Family Reunion Flyers and More We want to thank everyone who has signed up and plans to attend this series of webinars on Heritage Collector Suite. Eveyone is welcome to join there is always something of value even if you miss one week. Getting Started with Heritage Collector – Part 3 This week we will be sharing some great tips and ideas about turning a basic photo collection into a slide show and adding sound or narrative. We’d love to have you attend our free webinar on  Tuesday, May 29th at 7:00 pm MST. Click on the following link to reserve your place at the webinar. http://heritagecollector.com/Webinar/FHEwebinars.htm We will also be offering some discounts and links to free graphics at the webinar. Here are the … Read entire article »

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One Week to Colorado Family History Expos

Family History Expos is returning to Colorado for our 4th Annual Expo. This year it will be held in Colorado Springs, Colorado, June 1-2, 2012 at the Crowne Plaza. Many of you are already registered and we look forward to seeing you there. We have a fantastic program prepared for you. Details available online at  http://www.familyhistoryexpos.com/. If you have not taken time to register yet, I recommend you do so now in order to save money, as the price will go up at the door. For those of you who are members of societies, genealogy clubs, library groups, historical associations, and other interested groups please share this announcement with your membership. We want to be sure everyone who may benefit from this event has a chance to hear about it and attend … Read entire article »

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Special Mother’s Day Offer from GenealogyWallCharts

Special Mother’s Day Offer from GenealogyWallCharts

Family History Expos working in cooperation with GenealogyWallCharts is offering a special for this Mother’s Day.  Use coupon mday2012 and get an additional %10 off the special price. For assistance with your order please call Doug at 801-540-1973. Antique Family history fan 24×36 $23.95 regularly $35.95 Click here for ordering details. Any Family or Antique picture 24×36 $19.95 regularly $29.95 Click here for ordering details. Family Proclamation/History 24×36 $23.95 regularly $35.95 Click here for ordering details. Note: There are other sizes available,  … Read entire article »

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June 2011 Family History Expos Newsletter

June 2011 Family History Expos Newsletter

Greetings from Family History Expos! A personal letter and invitation from Family History Expos president, Holly T. Hansen: Capture the Whole Genealogy Tech Enchilada at one of our June Expos—Your Bribe to Attend Genealogy Bonuses, by their very nature, are often bribes—thrown together to attract your attention and to influence you to act. And this bribe is a true bonus—filled with genealogy tech. When you say to me, “Holly, I’d like to know what you know…” I want … Read entire article »

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May 2011 Family History Expos Newsletter

May 2011 Family History Expos Newsletter

Greetings from Family History Expos! The spirit of family history is alive and well and we are thrilled to announce the addition of several new Expos this year. We are listening to your requests to bring an Expo a bit closer to those who are more than 300 miles from an existing one. We are creating a circuit of Expos in conjunction with each main event. The first in a series of one day Expos includes – … Read entire article »

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