Check out the RootsTech Legacy Tree Genealogists schedule of events below, and be sure to stop by our booth (#1203) and say hello!
It’s been a few years since we’ve been able to attend RootsTech in person, and we are excited to be there and see all of you who will be attending in person and virtually.
RootsTech is the world’s largest family history conference. With hundreds of classes to choose from and keynote speakers like Lisa Louise Cooke and David Allen Lambert, it will be a memorable conference.
Held in Salt Lake City, Utah, the conference will run from Thursday, March 2nd – Saturday, March 4th.
Legacy Tree Genealogists will be there in full force–exhibiting in the Expo Hall, teaching classes, and hosting Facebook Live Q&As from our booth.
Check out the RootsTech Legacy Tree Genealogists schedule of events below, and be sure to stop by our booth (#1203) and say hello!
THURSDAY: MARCH 2, 2023 RootsTech Legacy Tree Genealogists Schedule
8:00 A.M. LIVE Facebook: Using DNA for Genetic Genealogy Research
We’re kicking off RootsTech with a fascinating conversation with our DNA expert, Paul Woodbury. Please send us your questions about DNA and Genetic Genealogy on Instagram or Facebook, or click here to send your questions in directly. Join us for this LIVE conversation on our Facebook page.
10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. DNA Research with Paul Woodbury
If you have DNA questions and know your ancestors come from these countries and regions, come by and see us at booth #1203.
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- Latin/South America
- Scandinavia
Location: Legacy Tree Booth #1203
1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. Asian Family Research with Ryan Rockwood
Do you have questions about researching your Asian family history? Our expert in Asian research, Ryan Rockwood, will be ready and eager to answer your questions.
- Methodological Differences Between Eastern and Western Genealogy
- Japanese Genealogy Overview
- Korean Genealogy Overview
- Japanese Genealogy: Acquiring Your Koseki
- Japanese Immigration Patterns
Location: Legacy Tree Booth #1203
3:00 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. “MyHeritage: Finding Your Ancestors with the MyHeritage Search Engine” with Jessica Taylor.
We love collaborating with MyHeritage, and Legacy Tree founder and President, Jessica Taylor, will share great tips about finding your ancestors using the MyHeritage Search Engine. We hope to see you there!
Location: MyHeritage booth
4:30 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. Live Stream Presentation, DNA Misconceptions, with Kelli Bergheimer.
Find the link to watch her live stream presentation here on the RootsTech schedule–make sure to select the “Sessions” button on the top of the page.
4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. What to Expect When Working with a Professional Genealogist with Tani Anderson.
Have you ever been curious about what it would be like to have a professional helping you find your family and ancestors? What questions do you have about the process, the experience, and the cost? Tani will be at the booth to help you understand all the ins and outs of working with a professional.
- How to Prepare for a Successful Genealogy Project
- What to Expect When Hiring a Genealogist
- Hiring a Genealogist 101
- When to Hire a Professional Genealogist
Location: Legacy Tree Booth #1203
FRIDAY: MARCH 3, 2023 RootsTech Legacy Tree Schedule
10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. Join Legacy Tree Genealogists Kelli Bergheimer for DNA 101
- DNA 101
- Genealogy Research in Ohio
Location: Legacy Tree Booth #1203
12:00 P.M – 2:00 P.M. Hands on Application of Genetic Genealogy and Beginning Research with Sarah Stoddard
- Documentary Evidence to Resolve Unknowns in DNA
- Using DNA to Solve Genealogy “Brick Walls”
- Beginning German Research
- Beginning English Research
Location: Legacy Tree Booth #1203
1:30 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. Live Stream Presentation, Getting Organized Using Technology and a Research Report, with Kelli Bergheimer
You can find the link to watch Kelli’s live stream presentation here on the RootsTech schedule–make sure to select the “Sessions” button on the top of the page.
2:30 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. “MyHeritage: Finding Your Ancestors with the MyHeritage Search Engine” with Jessica Taylor.
We love collaborating with MyHeritage, and Legacy Tree founder and President, Jessica Taylor, will share great tips about finding your ancestors using the MyHeritage Search Engine. We hope to see you there!
Location: MyHeritage booth
2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. Finding ancestors in the British Empire with Kim Gilboy.
Join our expert genealogist, Kim Gilboy, to ask questions about how to find your family and ancestors from these regions.
- British Isles
- Canadian
- Australian
- Caribbean Research
Location: Legacy Tree Booth #1203
4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. Finding Ancestors in Latin America, Mexico and the United States with Sheri Bennett.
Learn more about your ancestors from these countries and regions with expert Sheri Bennett. Bring your questions, and get one step closer to finding family in these areas.
- Mexico
- Latin American
- Southern States
- United States Research
Location: Legacy Tree Booth #1203
6:30 P.M. LIVE Facebook: 3 Most Important Records to Creating an Accurate Family Tree with Sheri Bennett.
Join the conversation on our Facebook page. Please send us your questions about how to create an accurate family tree on Instagram or Facebook, or click here to send your questions in directly
SATURDAY: MARCH 3, 2023 RootsTech Legacy Tree Schedule
8:00 A.M. Join us for our final LIVE Facebook session: How To Hire a Genealogist with Carolyn Tolman.
Send us any questions you have about the process, how to choose the right genealogist for your project, and what to expect along the way. Please send us your questions on Instagram or Facebook, or click here to send your questions in directly
Family Discovery Day:
Crack the Code activity for kids! Bring your kids by to learn some Old English words and how to write them.
10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Genealogy Research in the United States and When to Hire a Professional Genealogist with Carolyn Tolman
It’s not always as easy as you’d hope to find ancestors here in the United States. Bring your questions and Carolyn will help you create a clearer path to your goals.
Location: Legacy Tree Booth #1203
12:00 P.M. – 12:30 P.M. How DNA Can Help Break Down Brick Walls and Identify Bio-Parents with Carolyn Tolman
It takes a lot of courage and hope to find your bio-parents. Carolyn Tolman will be available to answer your questions about using DNA to break down brick walls.
Location: Legacy Tree Booth #1203
12:30 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. Nordic and French Research with Stacy Johnson
Have family from the Nordic or French regions? Bring your questions.
Location: Legacy Tree Booth #1203
1:30 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Meet with Expert Genealogist Shelbie Drake if you have questions about family from:
- Germany, Austria, Hungary
- Czech Republic
- Slovakia
We hope this RootsTech Legacy Tree Genealogists schedule or events is helpful! If you can’t join us in person at RootsTech this year, you can attend RootsTech virtually for FREE. We hope to see you there! You can schedule a consultation here if you’d like to work with our expert genealogist team personally.
I don’t have a facebook account and don’t wish to open one. Do you live stream in other ways or me to view your information?
Hi, Joanne! You can watch some of our most recent live videos on our Vimeo page here.
What a wonderful conference! Due to an unexpected trip, I have missed some of it. Are any of the talks available online afterwards?
Thank you,
Eileen
Hi, Eileen! We’re so sorry you couldn’t make it in person. You can watch some of our interviews from RootsTech here.