IGHR Genealogy

If you are at RootsTech this week, stop by and learn about IGHR and the Georgia Genealogical Society. And take some pictures for us and share them below. #IGHR #IGHR2026

Building African American Families: Records, Resources & Documentation Register now   "The instructors, the attendees, the camaraderie were all amazing. I have learned so much from each instructor and have the confidence to find even more information on my family and ...

IGHR offers scholarships! Apply by April 15 for the Frazine K. Taylor scholarship to take the IGHR 2026's "Building African American Families" (July 27-31). Apply by April 15th! ighr.gagensociety.org/african-amer.... Scholarship: ighr.gagensociety.org/scholarships/.

Searching for African American ancestors or want to learn to help in that effort? Dr. Deborah A. Abbott's "Building African American Families: Records, Resources & Documentation" is designed to get you past the basics. Learn more and register at ighr.gagensociety.org/african-amer....

IGHR offers two formats to meet your needs. The traditional IGHR Week falls July 27-31 this year with a slate of classes being offered full-time that week. The new once-a-week format allows students to absorb information and practice in-between sessions. ighr.gagensociety.org/ighr-courses/.

Congratulations to the 5 winners of the IGHR Scholarship courtesy of the Georgia Public Library System! We think it is terrific that these 5 librarians will invest time in more genealogical education so they can help genealogists in their areas. #IGHR2026
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Never taken a genealogy institute course before? Watch this free webinar presented by IGHR Executive Director Cyndi Ingle for Legacy Family Tree Webinars to get the low-down.
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We are pleased to announce the 2026 winner of the Birdie Monk Holsclaw IGHR Scholarship: Kaitlyn Pauley will be taking the fall once-a-week course Researching New York: Resources and Strategies. Congratulations Kaitlyn!
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IGHR has an exciting list of courses lined up for IGHR Week, July 27-31, 2026! Visit our website to browse descriptions and schedules, then make your choice: ighr.gagensociety.org/ighr-courses/. All courses virtual and recorded. Tuition $545 ($50 discount for GGS members).

Tribute to Emma Davis Hamilton Tribute to Emma Davis Hamilton The Georgia Genealogical Society (GGS) and the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR) are honored to share our tribute to Emma Davis Hamilton, December 26...

GGS and IGHR are honored to share a tribute to 'Empress' Emma Davis Hamilton, a truly devoted volunteer and force in the world of genealogical education for our African American courses. Please see our post and video with shared memories here:
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You know what's bad luck? Not registering in time for IGHR 2026 "Genetics for Genealogists: Fundamentals of DNA"! Registration deadline is TOMORROW (Saturday, Feb 14) at 11:59 p.m. Saturdays, Mar 14-May 2 (except Apr 4). $545 ($50 discount for GGS members). ighr.gagensociety.org/dna/

TODAY'S THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE for IGHR 2026 "Repository Research: From Website to Doorway"! Register by 11:59 p.m. to secure your seat. Learn to feel confident using repositories from a distance. Thursdays, Mar 12-Apr 16. Virtual and recorded. Register at: ighr.gagensociety.org/repositories/.

Registration deadline TOMORROW: IGHR 2026 Repository Research: From Website to Doorway| Your chance to supercharge your online research experience ends TOMORROW, Thursday, February 12, at 11:59 a.m. Learn more and register at: ighr.gagensociety.org/repositories/

Don't miss your chance to register for IGHR's core DNA course: "Genetics for Genealogists: Fundamentals of DNA"! Registration deadline is FEBRUARY 14. Offered Saturdays, March 14-May 2 (except Apr 4). For everyone who needs to build their DNA research on a firm foundation. ighr.gagensociety.org/dna/

Step up your research with Cyndi Ingle's "Repository Research: From Website to Doorway"! Learn the ins and outs of accessing repositories from your desk chair. Thursdays, March 12-April 16. Virtual, recorded. Registration Deadline: FEBRUARY 12! Learn more at ighr.gagensociety.org/repositories/.

Building African American Families: Records, Resources & Documentation Register now   "The instructors, the attendees, the camaraderie were all amazing. I have learned so much from each instructor and have the confidence to find even more information on my family and on ...

"Building African American Families: Records, Resources & Documentation" is a new course for IGHR 2026! Renowned genealogist Dr. Deborah A. Abbott has brought together a stellar team of instructors to support your research. Offered during IGHR Week July 27-31. ighr.gagensociety.org/african-amer....

All IGHR sessions are recorded and available to watch for one month after the course ends! So don't worry if you have schedule conflicts or need more time to absorb the material. Learn more at: ighr.gagensociety.org/ighr-courses/

Repository Research: From Website to Doorway The 21st century genealogist starts with research online, exhausting all resources available on the Internet before stepping foot in brick-and-mortar buildings. But are they truly getting everything t...

Repository Research: From Website to Doorway, offered Tuesdays from March 12-April 16, combines the experience of seven top-tier genealogy instructors, including course coordinator Cyndi Ingle! Learn to conduct truly exhaustive research. ighr.gagensociety.org/repositories/. Register by Feb 12th!

IGHR's new once-a-week courses offer the chance to take your time, absorb the material, put it into practice with their your research, and then ask questions of the top-notch instructor staff. You can also take more than one a year! Learn more at: ighr.gagensociety.org/ighr-courses/ #IGHR #IGHR2026

IGHR Courses IGHR Faculty IGHR Week: July 27–31, 2026 Core Course One – Methods and Sources in Practice Core Course Three – Advanced Methodology and Evidence Analysis Scottish Research: The Fundamentals and Beyond...

Complete all three IGHR core courses within two years!

One - Methods and Sources in Practice" | Jul 27-31

Two - Intermediate Genealogy and Historical Studies" | Thursdays, Oct 15-Nov 12

Three - Advanced Methodology and Evidence Analysis | 2027.

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IGHR Courses IGHR Faculty IGHR Week: July 27–31, 2026 Core Course One – Methods and Sources in Practice Core Course Three – Advanced Methodology and Evidence Analysis Scottish Research: The Fundamentals and Beyond...

IGHR offers IGHR Week on July 27-31 AND the new once-a-week courses. Choose one of the five courses offered during IGHR Week and don't forget: you can take a course that week and still take one or more of the once-a-week courses! Learn more at: ighr.gagensociety.org/ighr-courses/. #IGHR #IGHR2026

Genetics for Genealogists: Fundamentals of DNA Explores all four DNA types essential for enriching genealogical research. Enhance your understanding and application of DNA.

Was your New Year's resolution to finally really learn to use DNA in your genealogy research? Register for IGHR 2026's Genetics for Genealogists: Fundamentals of DNA. Offered on Saturdays March 14-May 2. Registration ends February 14th! Learn more and register: ighr.gagensociety.org/dna/

Wondering why you should take a genealogy institute course? Or what an institute course is? IGHR's Executive Director, Cyndi Ingle, joined Diana Elder and Nicole Dyer over at the Research Like a Pro podcast for a chat about that very subject: ighr.gagensociety.org/podcast-inte...

Writing Genealogical Proofs Using Documentary and Genetic Evidence Register now "Karen Stanbary is a wonderful instructor. She is warm and approachable. Always willing to help and answer questions. Very patient and engaging. As for the virtual nature of this cyberspa...

Pssst! Karen Stanbary's new IGHR course "Writing Genealogical Proofs Using Documentary and Genetic Evidence" is getting a lot of buzz. Don't let it sell out before you register. Tuesdays from June 2-30. Registration ends on May 2. Find out more and register at: ighr.gagensociety.org/writing/

The Frazine K. Taylor Scholarship is for the IGHR 2026 "Building African American Families: Records, Resources & Documentation" course (July 27-31). Application deadline: April 15. The scholarship: ighr.gagensociety.org/scholarships.... The course: bit.ly/454VAiM #IGHR #IGHR2026

"Every experienced genealogist should take this class. I’m recommending it to everyone.” That's from a former student in Cyndi Ingle's Repository Research: From Website to Doorway course, weekly starting March 12th. Registration ends February 12th ighr.gagensociety.org/repositories/ #IGHR2026 #IGHR

The IGHR 2026 schedule is complete! All dates and course descriptions/schedules are now on the website so if you checked earlier and didn't find the course information you were looking for, try again. Registration is open for ALL courses. Visit the website at ighr.gagensociety.org/ighr-courses/.

Call for IGHR 2026 Zoom Keepers! IGHR has issued a call for its IGHR 2026 Zoom Keepers. We call those who volunteer to help monitor the virtual classroom a "Zoom Keeper." IGHR Zoom Keepers assist faculty in the virtual classroom: ● a...

We are seeking Zoom Keepers for IGHR 2026! Zoom Keepers should be comfortable using Zoom tools for running a meeting. Selected candidates will receive complimentary registration for their course! Visit this link to learn more and apply: ighr.gagensociety.org/call-for-igh....

Registration for the IGHR 2026 is OPEN! Choose from six courses during IGHR Week (July 27-31) and six once-a-week courses throughout the year. There’s something for every genealogist at every level! Check out the course list and register at ighr.gagensociety.org/ighr-courses/.

As we wind down 2025 it is time to think about tax-deductible donations you might be able to make this year. Please consider contributing to either of the two IGHR Scholarships. For more details see: ighr.gagensociety.org/scholarships/

We were so pleased to be at the 2025 York County Library Genealogy & Family History Expo in South Carolina! We are currently putting all the final touches on our planning for 2026 including our IGHR 2026 South Carolina course with Cheri Hudson Passey.