Ohio genealogists: get out your 2012 educational and research calendars! It’s time to begin thinking about upcoming conferences and events. Be sure to pencil in the following events.
2012 Family History Jamboree – Dayton, Ohio
18 February 2012
This free family history event is sponsored by the Dayton Ohio Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. While this event is intended to promote genealogical research among church members the public is openly and warmly invited. Workshops will cover topics suited for researchers of all skill levels, so this is a great event for beginners as well as those with advanced skills.
2012 Ohio Genealogical Society Annual Conference – Cleveland, Ohio
12 April 2012 to 14 April 2012
Be part of a state-level genealogy conference that hosts national-level speakers and experts! The Ohio Genealogical Society will host speakers presenting over 60 workshops throughout a three-day weekend in Cleveland, Ohio. Perfect for those researching Ohio history it is a conference that should not be missed.
2012 National Genealogical Society Conference – Cincinnati, Ohio
9 May 2012 to 12 May 2012
Learn and research in Cincinnati! The National Genealogical Society’s annual conference comes to the Duke Energy Center in May 2012. Special events and programming will offer educational workshops as well as special research opportunities, networking events, and social activities as well as a special Youth Kamp. The NGS website offers wonderful tips and hints for those attending. This conference is a wonderful chance for the professional and the hobbyist to learn and research side by side.
2012 Ohio Genealogical Society Summer Workshop – Bellville, Ohio
18 June 2012 to 22 June 2012
Experience in-depth and specific research training within the walls of the Ohio Genealogical Society library! Members and non-members alike are given the opportunity to learn about specialized subjects such as the Old Northwest Territory and westward migration from Ohio. Attendance options include week-long as well as single-day registration. A full schedule is available on the OGS website.
Whether you attend some or all of the events listed above, 2012 is sure to be a powerful year in your Ohio genealogical research. Watch for more details, interviews, and information about these events in the coming months.
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