Webinars
The BYU Library hosts family history webinars by experts in the genealogical field on a variety of topics including research, resources, tools, and methods. You can view webinars live as they are scheduled or watch the recordings.
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Upcoming Webinars
| Date / Time | Title | Location | Info |
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Wednesday, February 11
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Introduction to New Zealand Research | Brielle Beardall | |
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Wednesday, February 18
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Case Study using German Immigrants in American Church Records | Eve Scorup | |
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Wednesday, February 25
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Using FamilySearch's Tree Integrity Features | Kathryn Grant | |
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Wednesday, March 25
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Beyond the Census: Finding the 'Invisible' Ancestors in Institutional Records | James Tanner | |
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Wednesday, April 15
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Deciphering the Past: Reading English Secretary Hand and Colonial Script | James Tanner | |
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Wednesday, April 29
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Intro to Caribbean Family History Research | Ammon Smith |
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Recent Webinars
Butcher, Baker, Candlestick Maker: Tracing Ancestors Through Occupational Records
by James Tanner (4 February 2026)
Escape from Double Trouble: Best Practices for Reducing Duplication in FamilySearch Family Tree
by Kathryn Grant (21 January 2026)
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How do I view the webinars?
Go to our How to View Webinars page for answers to frequently asked questions about accessing live and recorded family history webinars.