The next IBGS is slated for Oct 18-20, 2012 in Salt Lake City at the Radisson, downtown. We will be coming out with details including a permanent logo, call for paper and other items of interest.
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The first International Black Genealogy Summit was held October 29-31, 2009 at the Allen County Public Library, in Fort Wayne, IN. The library docent/staff and the support from the African African Historical Museum assisted in rolling out the red carpet to the many visitors to the Fort Wayne area. The Fort Wayne Hilton staff also went beyond the call to ensure that the participants felt at home.
There were 400+ attendees who had the time of their life learning more about Black Genealogy and having the opportunity to meet comrades from across the country. This momentous event signifies the first time that all of the black historical and genealogical societies in the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean came together to celebrate the joys and challenges of black genealogy. We had individuals who discovered relatives amongst the attendees which really made this conference so special. Not to mention the friendships that were developed--I now have my New York Connection (smile).
Our Sponsors: Ancestry.com and Family Search made a huge impact to all those who attended with the information at their workshops and booths. Their tireless efforts of supporting this first venture of its kind gave way to the reception, syllabus, bags and badge holders. Their support will never be forgotten by the committee who worried about taking on a challenge of this magnitude.
The speakers and vendors were great and allowed those in attendance to learn more research techniques and new information about genealogy. Discovering our roots and why it's so important cannot be taken for granted.
Last, but not least was the dynamite actions of the committee who took on this challenge from all across the country. E-mail and phone conversations were a constant avenue to accomplish this feat. This signified that once we applied new sails to the ship, we could not be stopped and I applaud all who participated.
The idea to host this event is the brainchild of three visionaries: Genealogist and current president of the California African American Genealogical Society (CAAGS) Ronald W. Higgins; Marjorie Sholes, professional genealogist, FGS Director and former President of the California African American Genealogical Society(CAAGS); and Curt Witcher, former president of the National Genealogical Society (NGS), former president of the Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) and the Department Manager for the Genealogy Center of the Allen County Public Library.
Now our sights are set for October 18-20, 2012 for the 2nd International Black Genealogy Summit. Keep checking the website and if you're wanting to assist in this endeavor, please e-mail after July 4th 2010.
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Next International Black Summit October 18-20, 2012
Radisson Hotel
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