The National Genealogical Society has officially opened registration for the 2026 NGS Family History Conference, taking place May 26-30, 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. If you’ve been thinking about attending a major genealogy conference next year, this is a wonderful opportunity. Fort Wayne is home to the world-renowned Allen County Public Library Genealogy Center,making it one of the best locations in the country for genealogical research and learning.
I’m excited to share that I’ll be teaching a three-hour beginner workshop on using AI as a genealogy research assistant.
This workshop is designed specifically for those who are:
- curious about AI but not sure where to start
- overwhelmed by new technology
- wondering what AI actually does for genealogists
- looking for tools that make research and writing easier
- eager to work smarter, not just harder on their projects
What We’ll Cover
During this interactive session, we’ll explore:
- How AI can help you plan and structure research
- Where it can (and cannot) interpret records
- How to create stronger logs, summaries, and timelines
- Ways to improve your historical writing and citations
- Best practices for accuracy, ethics, and reliability
- How to build your own repeatable AI workflows
My goal is to give you tools you can use immediately, whether you’re working on a family story, preparing a client report, or tackling a brick-wall ancestor.
Why AI Matters for Genealogists
AI doesn’t replace genealogical reasoning. Instead, it strengthens organization, speeds up repetitive tasks, and frees you to focus on the analysis and interpretation that only a human researcher can do. It’s an exciting time in our field, and I’m thrilled to help genealogists explore these tools in practical, down-to-earth ways.
Join Us in Fort Wayne!
If you’ve never attended an NGS conference before, you’re in for a treat. You’ll find:
- dozens of sessions across skill levels
- networking with researchers from across the country
- access to one of the world’s best genealogical libraries
- opportunities to learn new methods, tools, and approaches
You can register now through the NGS website:
👉 Register
I hope to see you in Fort Wayne next May and I can’t wait to share this workshop with you!