“Texas history is both diverse and unique. Texas is the only state in the United States that has been an independent nation. It has existed under six different governments and flags!” The impact of this unique history is worth in-depth exploration as you will discover when you attend the TxSGS 2019 Texas Institute of Genealogical … Read more
“Following the Civil War, Texas’ path to re-unification with the U.S. took many twists and turns before adoption of the 1876 Constitution (the constitution still in effect today) cemented Texas’ place in the United States. It was a time of change for Texas. But all of the changes provide genealogists with unique records and opportunities … Read more
“Even today, few people escape mention in court records at some time during their lives as witnesses, litigants, jurors, appointees to office, or as petition signatories.” * You might be surprised to learn what types of cases are brought before Texas courts. The best news is that what happens in court is documented! Take a … Read more
Dr. Frank de la Teja, Dr. Amy Porter, Dr. James Crisp, Dr. Mark Allan Goldberg, Mr. Everett L. Fly, Dr. Laura Hernández-Ehrisman, Mr. Gregory Garrett, Mr. Douglass W. McDonald, tours of the Alamo battlefield, pioneer surveying exercises, a Texas History Resources Workshop at Alamo Hall, many vendors/exhibitors and sponsors, and complimentary admission to receptions at … Read more
This intensive educational experience focuses on Texas records and research spanning early Spanish exploration and colonization through the Texas Republic and beyond. Dates: Monday, May 22 – Thursday, May 25, 2017 Location: Thompson Conference Center at UT Austin Visit our TIGR web page for full details.