Spring Seminar
Mastering the Search: German Genealogical Research Strategies
Increase your confidence in tracing your German ancestors through these 4 essential lectures:
* Overcoming the Language Barrier in German Genealogy
* German Genealogy on the Internet: Beyond the Basics
* Finding and Using German Church Records
* Telling Their Story: Adding Character to Your German-American Genealogical Narrative
Did you miss the German Essentials talks?
No problem! You can register and watch the recordings right up until the Spring Seminar!
This pre-conference event will help you prepare for our
Spring Seminar with German research expert Michael D Lacopo.*
*Special Benefit-your registration fee gets you a $15 discount off the Lacopo seminar
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Texas Connect 2026
RootsTech will be hosting their live Texas Connect virtual session on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 9:00 – 11:00 am CST.
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DGS Celebrates 70 Years at December Meeting
DGS marked its 70th anniversary at the December 2025 meeting with reflections on its history and an insightful presentation on how genealogy has evolved through society, education, and technology.
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German Genealogy Essentials: From American Records to German Archives
Join the Dallas Genealogical Society on January 24, 2026, at the Dallas Public Library for German Genealogy Essentials, a hands-on seminar that shows how to use U.S. records and German historical context to successfully trace your German ancestors.
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The Gift of Family History
Beri Kaplan Schwitzer, President, Dallas Genealogical Society Family history is more than names and dates—it’s the story of resilience, love, and identity that shapes who we are. Sharing these stories[…]
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