• The Changing Face of Genealogy with Curt Witcher, FIGS, FUGA

    Forum, Michigan Library & Historical Center 702 West Kalamazoo Street, Lansing, Michigan

    This presentation highlights that changes that have taken place in 21st century genealogy — who is engaging in family history and family heritage pursuits, how the newcomers are coming to the field, what technologies they are deploying, and what their expectations are regarding their experience. It is meant to be a thought-provoking presentation to inspire ... Read more

  • Michigan Genealogical Council
    Pre Seminar HELP SESSIONS

    Michigan Library and Historical Center 702 West Kalamazoo Street, Lansing, Michigan

    Scattered throughout the Library and Archives building (the Michigan Library and Historical Center) in Lansing, the MGC board members and other experts are offering “Help Sessions” at tables about specific topics.  Scheduled in the interval between the Delegate Meeting (ends about 12 noon) and the Lock In (at 6 p.m.), these tables will have experts ... Read more

  • 2025 MGC Fall Family History Event featuring Curt Witcher, FIGS, FUGA

    Michigan Library & Historical Center 702 West Kalamazoo Street, Lansing, MI, United States
    Hybrid Event

    Co-sponsored by the Archives of Michigan and the Library of Michigan. Join MGC for these exciting topics. Doing Effective Genealogical Research in Libraries - Curt Witcher Perilous Assumptions: Revisiting Those First Finds with Kris Rzepczynski, Archives of Michigan Mining The Mother Lode: Periodical Research - Curt Witcher Michigan Souvenir Books – Visual Context to Our ... Read more

  • AI use for Societies with Steve Little

    Zoom meeting - registration required

    Discover how Artificial Intelligence can streamline the management of your genealogical society. This session covers practical tools for generating social media content, creating automatic meeting transcripts, and drafting member communications. Learn how to save time and increase engagement through smart technology. BIO Steve Little is the AI Program Director for the National Genealogical Society, the ... Read more

  • 2026 Barbara J Brown Family History Seminar

    Michigan Library & Historical Center 702 West Kalamazoo Street, Lansing, MI, United States +1 more

    Every year the Archives of Michigan and the Michigan Genealogical Council host a seminar to promote family history awareness and teach genealogy research skills. The event is generously supported by the Abrams Foundation in loving memory of Barbara J. Brown. We are delighted to be hosting Alec Ferretti, who will be joining us onsite in ... Read more

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