FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Sam Houston Regional Library and Research Center (SHC), part of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC), will host its annual Family History Day for new and advanced genealogists on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Presenters will explore the use of maps and land records for genealogical research.

Professional genealogist Teri E. Flack will teach attendees how to use maps to explore their ancestor’s lives and how to use property records to trace their family tree. TSLAC staff will share key map and land records available online and through TSLAC’s Austin and Liberty locations. Following the seminar, attendees will be given the opportunity to consult with TSLAC reference staff and conduct research within the Center’s collections.

This event is free and open to the public. To reserve your seat, please email samhoustoncenter@tsl.texas.gov or call (936) 336-8821. Seating is limited.

Schedule of Events:
9:00 am – 10:00 am    Using Maps to Explore Ancestor’s Lives
Teri E. Flack, Texas Institute for Genealogical Research Faculty and Texas State Genealogical Society Fellow
10:00 am – 11:00 am    Introduction to TSLAC Map and Land Records
Traci Reece, TSLAC-Austin Reference Staff
James Anderson, TSLAC-Liberty Reference Staff
11:00 am – 12:00 pm    Connecting Generations Through Property and Probate
Teri E. Flack, Texas Institute for Genealogical Research Faculty and Texas State Genealogical Society Fellow

The Sam Houston Center is a component of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission and serves as the official regional historical resource depository for the 10 Southeast Texas counties of Chambers, Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, Liberty, Newton, Orange, Polk, San Jacinto and Tyler. The Center's primary mission is to collect, preserve and provide access to historically significant state and local government records and publications of the designated region and secondarily to serve as a library of Texana and genealogical resources.

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The Texas State Library and Archives Commission provides Texans access to the information needed to be informed, productive citizens by preserving the archival record of Texas; enhancing the service capacity of public, academic and school libraries; assisting public agencies in the maintenance of their records; and meeting the reading needs of Texans with disabilities. For more information, visit www.tsl.texas.gov.