Texas State Genealogical Society is proud to announce the winners of two FamilyTreeDNA test kits. Names of all members of the Early Texans DNA Project who submitted the completed application form by 15 January 2019 were entered into a drawing. This included all members who joined any time from the project inception until the deadline … Read more
Genealogists can meet and mingle with representatives of genealogical societies from across Texas in the TxSGS Conference exhibit hall. During the welcome reception and conference breaks, take a moment to peruse the books, publications, and other offerings, especially for counties in which your ancestors lived. Partner Society representatives have a better idea than most anyone … Read more
Honor the pioneering spirit of your early Texas ancestor with a TxSGS Heritage Certificate! Whether your ancestors were part of the group of first settlers or came later, their contribution was vital to Texas history. TxSGS offers the following certificate programs for those with pioneers and those with notable service to Texas in their lineage: … Read more
Debbie Parker Wayne brings her DNA expertise to the TxSGS 2018 Virtual Conference, February 9-10. Day/Time: 2:45 p.m. CT, Friday, February 9 Topic: Legitimate, Logical, Limited: Using Ethnicity Estimates for Genealogy Learn to effectively use DNA ethnicity estimates and why the predictions from multiple companies and tools differ. Register Online Now! Debbie Parker Wayne, CG(sm), … Read more
The TxSGS 2016 Family History Conference that was held in October in Dallas was an unqualified success by many measures. Three major announcements were made during the conference, all related to TxSGS’ mission