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Tuesday, April 7 through Tuesday, December 1
German Special Interest Group (SIG)
2:00 pm Zoom Presentation at home on your computer.
Facilitator: Nancy Simmons Roberson - Nancyaug19@gmail.com
The German SIG meets for one hour on the first Tuesday of every month at 2:00 pm. We meet on Zoom and share and discuss German research tips and techniques. If you are interested in joining this group we welcome you to our meetings.
Click on the link below to join the program:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82744193004?pwd=MVAvS2lmNVpKZEZhR3l0RGtwWFk1UT09
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Saturday, June 6
Genealogy Spring Fling (Workshop)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Middletown Museum 11700 Main St Middletown KY 40243
Discover Your Roots in a Day of Genealogy Fun!
Join us for 3 hours of engaging genealogy research! Bring along your
laptops, research projects, snacks, questions, and ideas, and let’s explore
our heritage together.
Flexible Schedule: Come and go as you like.
Research Together: Share discoveries, tips, and ideas with fellow
enthusiasts in a laid-back environment
Exclusive Access: Take advantage of the Museum's Ancestry Library
Edition, providing full access to U.S and world records to enhance
your research. They also have Fold3, Newspapers.com and are a
FamilySearch.org affiliated library.
Don’t miss this opportunity to dive into genealogy, meet fellow genealogy buffs, and uncover new stories from the past.
We can’t wait to see you there! |
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Tuesday, June 9
“Louisville’s Southern Exposition, 1883-1887: The City of Progress” (Program)
1:00 pm In-Person 1000 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy Louisville KY
Presented by: Bryan S. Bush
Throughout much of the 1880s, the Southern Exposition showcased the largest-ever single display of agricultural machinery and technical innovation in the United States. With over 1,500 commercial and mercantile attractions--the likes of which the world had never seen--history was made and innovation discovered in Louisville's Central Park. Some of the most influential figures of the time participated, including Henry Watterson, Merriwether Lewis Clark Jr., A. Bidermann DuPont and President Chester A. Arthur. Former Louisville resident Thomas Edison personally oversaw the installation of his newly invented incandescent light bulb that lit a record-breaking 4,600 lamps. Author and Louisville historian Bryan S. Bush offers an unprecedented perspective on this fascinating historic event. He will bring some original artifacts from the Southern Exposition.
Bryan Bush was born in 1966 in Louisville, Kentucky and has been a native of that city ever since. He graduated with honors from Murray State University with a degree in History and Psychology, and received his Master’s Degree from the University of Louisville. Bryan has always had a passion for history, especially the Civil War. He has been a member of many different Civil War historical preservation societies. He has consulted for movie companies, other authors and coordinated with other museums on displays of various museum artifacts. Mr. Bush has published over fourteen books on the Civil War and Louisville history, including Louisville During the Civil War, Louisville’s Southern Exposition, Favorite Sons of Civil War Kentucky, and The Men Who Built The City of Progress: Louisville During The Gilded Age. His recent publications in 2021: A History Lover’s Guide to Louisville and Bluegrass Bourbon Barons, in 2023: Loyd Thighman, and in 2024: Samuel “One-Armed” Berry. Bryan has been a Civil War re-enactor for fifteen years, portraying an artillerist. In December of 2019, He became the park manager for the Perryville State Historic Site. |
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Tuesday, June 23
Celebrate America 250: Share Your Patriot (Workshop)
1:00 pm In Person - at the corner of 1000 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy and Linn Station Rd.
Presented by: Louisville Genealogical Society Members
Join fellow Louisville Genealogical Society Members for a heartfelt workshop and gathering. We will come together to honor the brave patriots who served in the Revolutionary War by sharing our personal research and family legacies.
This event is a great opportunity to showcase your hard work and connect with others as we prepare for the America 250 celebrations. We look forward to seeing the diverse history our members bring to the table!
What to Bring:
To make the most of this collaborative workshop, please bring the following items to share with the group:
- Photos, projects, and memorabilia related to your Revolutionary War research.
- Documentation of a patriot in your own ancestry.
- PLEASE plan only a 5-6 minute presentation so others have time to share!
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If you plan to share your patriot, please email Nancy Simmons Roberson at nroberson@twc.com
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Tuesday, June 30
5th Tuesday Research Trip (Research Trip)
9:00 am Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives at 300 Coffee Tree Rd. Frankfort, KY
We have had to change our plan to visit the Sons of the American Revolution Library on Tuesday, June 30. Due to other events scheduled for that day, the library cannot accommodate us.
Instead, we are returning to the Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives at 300 Coffee Tree Rd., Frankfort, Kentucky. As usual, please consult the KDLA website for rules, regulations, and general information. You may request records to be pulled for you before you arrive. The library opens at 9:00 am.
If you need to carpool, please contact Donna Broster at donna.broster@gmail.com ahead of time. If no one needs a ride, we will skip the church parking lot and go straight to Frankfort.
I hope to see a bunch of you there!
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Tuesday, July 14
41st Anniversary LGS Luncheon (Program)
12:00 pm 7200 Woodhaven Road Louisville, Kentucky 40291
Louisville Genealogical Society’s
41st Anniversary Luncheon
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Woodhaven Country Club
7200 Woodhaven Road
Louisville, Kentucky 40291
Directions: The country club is just a short distance from the intersection of Bardstown Road & Watterson Trail South. From Bardstown Road turn onto Watterson Trail South (travel 0.4 miles). After passing by a church on your right, turn right onto Woodhaven Road (travel 0.2 miles) and Woodhaven Country Club is on the left. There is a flat parking lot with easy access to a drive-thru portico at the main door that is just 20 feet from the Dining Room.
41st Anniversary Program to follow Noon Luncheon
Bio and Program Details on LGS Website.
“The SAR and America250”
Presented by: Joe Alexander, MPA
Colors Presented by Thruston SAR Chapter Color Guard
JOIN US AT NOON: Luncheon Menu – Choose One
Apple Honey Chicken Salad
Seasoned Chicken/ Spring Mix/ Apples / Craisins
Candied Pecans/ Cajun-Spiced Bacon
Homemade Honey Apple Vinaigrette Dressing/ Blue Cheese-on the side
OR
Berry Crunch Salad with Pecan-Crusted Chicken
Pecan-Crusted Chicken/ Assorted Berries/ Granola/ Tomatoes
Mixed Greens, Celery with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Each served with Rolls, Iced Tea, Water and Dessert
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Make checks payable to:
Louisville Genealogical Society
Attach check and mail to:
2026 LGS Anniversary Luncheon
P.O. Box 5164
Louisville, KY 40255-0164
Each Attendee Name Choice of Salad
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**Registration must be mailed by June 30, 2026** |
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Tuesday, July 28
Your Family Tree (Workshop)
1:00 pm In-Person 1000 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy Louisville KY
Do you have friends or family members curious about genealogy? Ask them to join
you to attend this workshop presented by Donna Schmoll & Gretchen Perryman
Bring your laptop
The Goal is to:
Learn how Ancestry (Free at local library) can help you, your children, and grandchildren search records together. You will be provided with genealogy forms to start your Family Tree.
This Open Discussion Meeting is designed to help you research and share your love of genealogy through Ancestry.com and Newspapers.com.
Gretchen Perryman is a retired executive assistant for non-profit organizations. She moved to Louisville from Denver, Colorado 2+ years ago. In Denver, she was the program coordinator for the Colorado Genealogical Society. She has been researching her family for 40+ years with areas of focus in Texas, Kansas and Georgia. I’m glad to have found LGS in my new home.
Donna Schmoll has a BS in Business Adm. from U of L. A 4-year Certification in MRP, SAP & JIT manufacturing software. I taught classes at UofL & Ivy Tech. Learning and problem solving has been a lifelong passion. When deciding on retirement, I chose Genealogy so I could not just create my Family’s Tree but help friends and family with their Family Tree.
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Tuesday, August 25
10 Million Names: Recover. Restore. Remember (Workshop)
1:00 pm Zoom at Home on your computer.
With approval from both Legacy Family Tree Webinars and Cynthia Evans, we are authorized to present this video to our Louisville Genealogical Society members.
Presented by: Cynthia Evans
10 Million Names is a national collaborative effort to recover the identities of the estimated 10 million men, women, and children of African descent who were enslaved in the lands that became the United States between the 1500s and 1865. The project is creating a free, public, searchable online collection of family history documents and aims to amplify the voices of families who have preserved their stories for generations. It also seeks to connect researchers, descendants, and data partners while expanding access to records and resources related to African American genealogy.
The initiative invites contributions from anyone with relevant family history—whether their ancestors were enslaved or were enslavers. Research notes, memories, photographs, oral traditions, and genealogical materials all help build a lasting legacy of truth and understanding. By sharing what you know, you help restore names, honor lives, and ensure that future generations can learn from and teach others about the rich and complex history of African American families.
Cynthia Evans is the Director of Research for 10 Million Names. She manages and performs research for 10 Million Names projects. Cynthia joined American Ancestors in 2023. She is a researcher, historian, and genealogist with more than ten years of experience in African American history and research. Cynthia graduated with a B.A. from Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri. She received an M.A. in Museum Science from Texas Tech University.
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Sunday, September 13 through Sunday, September 20
LGS Fall ResearchTrip (Research Trip)
9:00 am FamilySearch Library Salt Lake City
From FamilySearch Center
"The FamilySearch Library at Temple Square is the largest library of its kind and attracts visitors from all over the world to come find information about their ancestors. Founded in 1894, the library offers records and genealogical data for over 3 billion deceased ancestors from around the globe. Experienced research specialists and trained volunteers provide a unique and personal experience to help you discover your ancestors and grow your family tree, all at no cost to visitors."
Start making plans now to join us in Salt Lake City for our fall research trip. We will be staying at the Crystal Inn Hotel-Suites, 230 W. 500 S. The room rate is $129 + tax per night. This rate is per room, not per person if you want to share. We have a block of 10 rooms reserved. Reservations must be made by August 13th to get this group rate.
The rate includes a hot full breakfast buffet, 24/7 airport shuttle and Family Search library shuttle.To make a reservation, call the hotel at 801-328-4466. Tell them you are with the Louisville Genealogical Society.
We would love to have you join us.
Susan Snyder
Fall Trip chairperson
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