San Franciscans looking to trace their family history will have a chance to learn how at a free Genealogy and Family History Symposium at the Main Library next week.
What to expect: The free two-day conference includes 19 sessions on genealogy research examining how to use library collections and digital tools.
Speakers from local genealogy organizations will also share strategies for researching ancestors across a range of backgrounds, including African American, Chinese, Filipino, Portuguese and Russian families.
This year's event also features new discussion groups focused on Chinese, Japanese and Russian American genealogy.
If you go: Attendees can drop in for a single session or stay for the full conference. Aug. 12–13 at 100 Larkin St.
