The St. Clair County Courthouse completed in 1861

American Family History and German Genealogy Research for Both Sides of the Atlantic

St. Clair County Genealogical Society (SCCGS) Helping genealogists discover their Illinois roots since 1977.

The Society proudly presents two lecture tracks at a day-long genealogy conference. Of seven lectures geared for beginner to intermediate level genealogists, hobbyists, and family historians, four are designed to break down brick walls, organize the data, and present the information with style. Equally interesting are three lectures that pinpoint a German immigrant's town of birth and identify steps to take after that discovery. Successful research on both sides of the Atlantic usually requires some familiarity with reading German language church records, so a lecture devoted to this topic is also covered.

REGISTRATION includes full-day conference, syllabus, beverages, continental breakfast, lunch, and mid-morning and afternoon refreshments. Register with this BROCHURE. Early Bird reduced registration fee must be received by June 30, 2012 mail early to ensure receipt by deadline. $40.00 (members), $50.00 (non-members), fees are higher after June 30. Walk-in fee is substantially higher. Join SCCGS when you register and receive the member discount.

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