Upcoming Events at NEHGS

Below is an announcement about upcoming events at the New England Historic Genealogical Society:

NEHGS Genealogy Research Center Orientation

Wednesday, June 7 @10 AM- 11 AM

Saturday, July 10 @10 AM- 11 AM

Wednesday, August 4 @10 AM- 11 AM

Let New England Historic Genealogical Society help you begin your family history.  Researching your family’s past may seem a little daunting at first, but NEHGS can provide assistance to genealogists of every level. In this orientation, you will have the opportunity to learn more about our resources, discuss your research interests with one of our expert genealogists on staff, attend a FREE thirty-minute introductory lecture and have a tour of our library’s vast holdings.  Founded in 1845, NEHGS is the country’s oldest and largest non-profit genealogy library and archive, with more than 28 million artifacts, books, manuscripts, microfilms, journals, photographs, records, and other items.  Begin learning about your genealogy with this great tour.

FREE of charge

Located in NEHGS Research Center

Come Home to New England, Session I

June 14- June 19

You are invited to join NEHGS for a week of guided research at our 99 Newbury Street library in Boston. You’ll have access to personalized one-on-one consultations, morning lectures, and special participant-only admission hours. The week’s lectures include an orientation to the NEHGS collections, methodology seminars, and daily topical discussions of understanding record sources. The program includes group social events to meet other members, discuss your research, and share your stories. This program fills up every year, so make your plans to attend soon.

Learn more about the schedule: http://www.newenglandancestors.org/9064.asp

Tuition and Registration

*Early registration discount: (postmarked or emailed by April 1, 2010)
$675 per researcher
$100 per non-researching guest

*Standard registration: (postmarked or emailed after April 1, 2010)
$750 per researcher
$125 per non-researching guest

Using NewEnglandAncestors.org

Wednesday, July 7 @10 AM

With over 110 million names in 2,200 databases, NewEnglandAncestors.org is the primary internet resource for New England genealogy. This free lecture will offer an overview of the Society’s website and online databases.

FREE of charge

Summer Research Getaway

19th and 20th Century Immigrant Ancestors

July 15- July 17

NEHGS’ “Weekend Research Getaways” are among the most popular programs we offer.  Escape to 99 Newbury Street in downtown Boston and experience a guided program with one-on-one consultations and expert reviews of your research. Whether you are a new genealogist or a longtime member, this three-day onsite visit to NEHGS is certain to advance your research – and you make new friends too. Registration includes breakfast, daily lectures, and group dinners to share your progress.

Learn more about the schedule: http://www.newenglandancestors.org/9069.asp

Tuition and Registration

$300 full weekend program
$110 for single day registrations

Come Home to New England, Session II

August 9- August 14

You are invited to join NEHGS for a week of guided research at our 99 Newbury Street library in Boston. You’ll have access to personalized one-on-one consultations, morning lectures, and special participant-only admission hours. The week’s lectures include an orientation to the NEHGS collections, methodology seminars, and daily topical discussions of understanding record sources. The program includes group social events to meet other members, discuss your research, and share your stories. This program fills up every year, so make your plans to attend soon.

Learn more about the schedule: http://www.newenglandancestors.org/9065.asp

Tuition and Registration

*Early registration discount: (postmarked or emailed by May 1, 2010)
$675 per researcher
$100 per non-researching guest

*Standard registration: (postmarked or emailed after May 1, 2010)
$750 per researcher
$125 per non-researching guest