2026-2027 Virtual Speaker Series

SAGHS Virtual Speaker Series: First Tuesday of the month, September through May, 7:00 p.m. central time.
Plan now to join us online for these outstanding presentations by top genealogy speakers and local historians! More information will be available soon ...
 
Please note: by registering for a meeting, you agree to be added to the SAGHS emailing list. This list will not be shared or sold; it is used only to distribute the SAGHS monthly newsletter and news of area genealogical events.
Speakers and programs are subject to change without notice.
 
September 1
"Locating ‘Hard to Find’ Family with New Tools and Old Tested Methods" presented by J. Mark Lowe, FUGA
Every family historian eventually encounters them: those elusive ancestors who seem determined to remain hidden. Lowe’s presentation will demonstrate practical strategies for breaking through those research challenges by combining powerful new resources with proven genealogical methods.
Participants will explore newer approaches such as FamilySearch Full Text Search and cross-database searching, along with tried-and-true techniques including focused record reviews and effective basic searching. The program is designed to help genealogists sharpen their research skills, rethink difficult problems, and uncover records that may have previously escaped notice.
  
CLICK HERE to register for virtual access.
 
October 6
"Wicked Weather: How Climate and Catastrophe Shaped Our Ancestors"
Weather events have long influenced migration, economics, health, and daily life. This session examines major weather phenomena before the 1940s and demonstrates how understanding historical climate events can add depth and context to your family narrative.
CLICK HERE to register for virtual access.
 
November 3
 
 
December 1 
 
 
January 5
 
February 2
 
 
March 2
 
 
 
April 6
 
 
 
May 5