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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

As we move on from September to #FamilyHistoryMonth, remember to check out our #October newsletter at buff.ly/nf6qq8s And don't forget our free tour at the Museum of Utah on October 1st at 10:00 MDT! #genealogy #history #PremierGenealogicalEducation #FamilyHistory #webinars

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University of Exeter Special Collections @exeterunispeccoll.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Today is the International Day for Universal Access to Information. There are many reasons why we preserve archives and rare books, but the most important reason is to give *everyone* the opportunity to access the information within them, now and in the future. #AccessToInfoDay #Archives

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American Association for State and Local History @aaslh.org · 24/09/2026

In this webinar on October 8, speakers from National History Day, the Tennessee Historical Society, the Utah Historical Society, and a small house museum will discuss how engagement with NHD can expand your institution's footprint, fulfill your mission, and more. Register at tinyurl.com/2akmsjus.

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

We hope you will join us for a free tour of the newly opened Museum of Utah on October 1st at 10:00! The temporary exhibit "The Past is Personal" is especially pertinent to #genealogy. You don't have to be a member of the UGA to enjoy the tour! #history #utah

Event flyer for a tour of the Museum of Utah on October 1st, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Daylight Time. The museum's address is 450 Noth State Street, Salt Lake City, Utah. See the temporary exhibit "The Past is Personal." Learn more at ugagenealogy.org.

An older Asian American man points to images on a wall as he discusses them with younger people who look to be his family. Above a blurred boundary, there is an antique image of Chinese Americans on a stagecoach provided by The History Collection from Alamy.

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today's the day! The Summit of Excellence has begun and we're having so much fun! Tag us in a post about your favorite session. #genealogy #FamilyHistory

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

AI is Changing Family History: An Interactive Timeline of Tools, Trends, and Turning Points Presented By: Ammon Smith on September 17, 2026 7:00 pm

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Remember when we announced our support for the National Genealogical Society in their efforts to preserve Bounty Land Warrant Application files from veterans of early American wars? We committed to match member donations & you delivered $2,010! This means $4,020 was donated! #history #genealogy

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Who Do You Think You Are? Magazine @wdytyamagazine.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

MyHeritage has now made Y-DNA testing available - don't miss our guide to the tests 🧬 www.whodoyouthinkyouaremaga...

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geni.com @geni.com · 25/08/2026

Did generations of your family attend the same school? #FamilyHistory #memories #legacy

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Title: Crossing the Pond to England and Wales Discover how to research your English and Welsh ancestors without leaving the United States. A discussion of how to get started researching within parish, vital, census, probate, and more will help you get started! Registration link: buff.ly/WzjIE8p

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Please join us for our annual Summit of Excellence Conference on September 10th-12th, with a Keynote address from Michael Strauss! We would love to see you there! Register at ugagenealogy.org/summit-of-ex...

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

With boomers downsizing & families questioning what to do with heirlooms, genealogists are positioned to guide clients without venturing into financial or legal territory. Help clients identify what's worth preserving & organizing. #FreeWebinar at 6:00 pm MDT (8:00 EDT) TODAY. buff.ly/vRwPnPF

Free webinar "Heirlooms to Histories: The Genealogist's Role in Legacy Planning" by Lori Samuleson on August 4th, 2027, at 6:00 PM Mountain Daylight Time.

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Don't forget our #FreeWebinar on the 28th at 10:00 AM MDT (Noon EDT)! This session introduces #FamilyHistory tools such as Old Maps Online & how to use Google My Maps to plot research, plan a heritage trip, or create engaging narratives. Register at ugagenealogy.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #Genealogy

Free Webinar "The Power of Place: Mapping Your Family's Records" by Sterling Sudweeks, PhD, and Claudia Sudweeks, AG, at 10:00 AM Mountain Daylight Time on July 29th. Learn more at ugagenealogy.org.

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

It can be difficult to determine vital dates for countries, but the US has narrowed it down. On June 11th, 1776, Congress appointed 5 men to justify independence. The Resolution was adopted on July 2nd & the Declaration on July 4th. The Declaration says rights come before regimes.

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

The Daughters of the #AmericanRevolution (#DAR) Library isn’t just for descendants of soldiers! As one of the largest #genealogy libraries, there's something for everyone. Review the resources in DC & online. Find your #FamilyHistory! #FreeWebinar July 16th at 7:00 PM MDT/9 PM EDT at buff.ly/eQJFxxJ

Olivia Millunzi, MLIS, presenting "A User’s Guide to the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Library" with the Utah Genealogical Association on July 16th, 2026, at 7:00 PM Mountain Daylight Time.

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Society of Genealogists @sogorg.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

📢 Calling all speakers: the deadline is approaching! Do you have a passion for local history, genealogy, archives, maps, communities or the stories hidden within a place? Submit your 10-minute talk proposal for #AATP 2026 before 30 June. 🔗 sog.org.uk/all-about-that-place-call-for-speakers

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Professional #genealogists face lots of time consuming tasks. Explore practical applications of AI from classifying expenses for deductions to tailoring conference proposals. We'll also discuss privacy & other concerns. Free #webinar on July 7th at 6:00 pm MDT/8:00 EDT. Register at buff.ly/gXgSleI

Free, live webinar "AI for the Professional Genealogist" by Robert Weir on July 7th, 2026, at 6:00 pm Mountain Daylight Time (8:00 pm Eastern). Learn more at ugagenealogy.org.

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

As Director of the Genealogical Institute on Federal Records (gen-fed.org), Rebecca Whitman Koford has insight to the US #NationalArchives. She'll explain history, how records are organized, & where collections are located. This #webinar will be on June 18th at 8:00 EDT. Register at buff.ly/bcZaOdk

Free webinar "Introduction to Records of the U.S. National Archives" by Rebecca Whitman Koford, Certified Genealogist. Live on Thursday, June 18th, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. Mountain Daylight Time (9:00 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time). Learn more at ugagenealogy.org.

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Find connections to distant ancestral lines by utilizing the entirety of your DNA match list & the matches of your known relations. This free #webinar will be live on June 10th at 6:00 PM MDT (8:00 PM Eastern, 5:00 PM Pacific). Register at buff.ly/r0nA5bc #genealogy #DNA #ancestry #FamilyHistory

Free DNA webinar "A Deep Dive Into Shared Matching" by Arun Konanur on June 10th, 2026, at 6:00 PM Mountain Daylight Time (8:00 Easter, 5:00 Pacific). Learn more at ugagenealogy.org.

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

A #genealogy business requires more than research skill. Learn how #AI prompts generate SEO website copy, develop branding, & draft content. Explore streamlining writing, citations, & repurposing research for narratives. June 2nd at 6:00 pm MDT (8:00 EDT, 5:00 PDT). Register at buff.ly/Or4Nnnu

Flyer for free webinar "From SEO to Storytelling: AI Prompts that Every Professional Genealogist Should Know" by Natalie Webb. Webinar will be on June 2nd, 2026, at 6:00 PM Mountain Daylight Time (8:00 PM EDT, 5:00 PM PDT).

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

The Utah State Historic Preservation Office, in partnership with Preservation Utah, will be hosting the Preservation Engaged Conference at Ogden High School in June! There's still time to register at buff.ly/z3aDfUN This conference is a great opportunity to network & develop community. #history

Preservation Engaged: Celebrating Utah's Communities will be at Ogden High School on June 12th, 2026.

Preservation Engaged will be at Ogden High School on June 12th, 2026. Registration is open now.

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Explore applying the Genealogical Proof Standard to family lore. See how to corroborate stories using evidence. Not only reveal the facts, but add richness, accuracy, & depth to your #FamilyHistory. Free #webinar on May 27th at 10:00 am MDT (Noon EDT, 9:00 PDT). Register at buff.ly/5PUFeAD

Free, live webinar "Separating Fact from Family Lore: Using the Genealogical Proof Standard to Discover the Truth" by Amy Rose Ward, MsC. May 27th, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Daylight Time. Learn more at the Utah Genealogical Association's website ugagenealogy.org.

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Utah Genealogical Association @ugagenealogy.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

German #genealogy can seem like a daunting task. This class is your guide to tracing your #ancestors. Learn how to read Old German, strategies to move from U.S. records to European origins, & where to find records. Free #webinar on May 21st at 7:00 pm MDT. Register at buff.ly/LgH5fbh #History

Free webinar "Ich glaube, ich spinne: Where to Start on Unspinning Your German Genealogy" by Kristina Kaufman on May 21st, 2026, at 7:00 pm Mountain Daylight Time. Learn more at the Utah Genealogical Association's website ugagenealogy.org.

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