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Explore your family’s Midwestern roots with a variety of nationally renowned speakers at the Crossroads of America, featuring Blaine T. Bettinger, D. Joshua Taylor, and more on July 19 and 20 with preconference events on July 18!

As a special kick-off, come early for a live show from the hosts of Stuff You Missed in History Class. Tracy V. Wilson and Holly Frey will talk about New Harmony in this exciting presentation on July 17, 2019. Conference attendees will receive a special discounted rate.

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Indiana 4-H youth members enrolled in Division 4 through Advanced can enter to win a conference pass for you and a chaperone. Sign up here! 

Why Midwestern Roots?

Conveniently located at the Marriott East in Indianapolis, conference goers are well-located to continue their research. Nearby you’ll find:

• Indiana State Archives – a few minutes down the road
• Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana Historical Society and Indiana State Library – 15 minutes from the conference center
• Allen County Public Library and Genealogy Center – two hours away
• Other Midwestern genealogy research locations such as National Archives Great Lakes Region, Michigan Archives, Ohio History Connection and Kentucky Historical Society – only a few hours from Indy

At Midwestern Roots you can expect:

• Nationally renowned speakers and local experts covering the latest on DNA, technology resources, methodology and ethnic research
• A variety of classes, sessions and workshops on topics such as preservation, digitization, the organization of family heirlooms, and writing your family story
• Lunches and free parking
• Easily accessible restaurants nearby

Save the Date! Midwestern Roots 2021

Friday and Saturday, July 30 – 31 | Indianapolis Marriott East
Preconference Thursday, July 29 | Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center