The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library will host a Family History Conference on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 11 am-3 pm, hosted by the Grosvenor Room located in the Central Library.
Attendees can explore research resources, meet local history and genealogy organizations, and connect with fellow family historians from across the region.
This year’s conference will feature several new interactive elements:
Poster Session: Family historians share research projects, family tree visualizations, and genealogy case studies.
Technology Petting Zoo: Try hands-on demonstrations of genealogy tools such as portable scanners, family tree software, photo restoration tools, favorite research websites, and AI tools.
Memory Lab Demonstrations: Learn how to digitize photos, documents, and audiovisual materials to help preserve and share your family history.
The conference will also include Grosvenor Room tours, demonstrations, presentations by local experts, and networking opportunities throughout the day.
Keynote Speaker will be Mark Goldman who will discuss the craft of writing local history nonfiction and biographies. Goldman is an historian and author specializing in Buffalo history, urban development, and cultural life.
Registration is encouraged, but not required. To register, go to: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/16579106
