Genealogy and DNA Technology: Hand’s on Computer Workshop Utilizing Ancestry.com

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All Ages
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Event Details

This class is for those interested in using their DNA in the construction of a family tree on Ancestry.com.

¨ Explore Ancestry.com's DNA tools for understanding DNA match relationships.

¨ Hands-on experience with computers provided in class.

¨ Step-by-step guidance through processes.

¨ Topics covered include:

              - Exploring ethnicity and deep ancestral roots.

              - Building family trees.

              - Grouping matches along relationship lines.

             - Utilizing the “thru lines” tool to find shared ancestors.

¨ Suggested Prerequisites:

              - Pre-workshop DNA test at Ancestry.com.

              - Building a small family tree.

¨ Bring birth, marriage, and death dates/locations of ancestors for tree building.

¨ Participants without a DNA test can observe and take notes on the instructor's presentation.

¨ Privacy maintained; PowerPoint presentation hides names of DNA matches.

       *Presenter: Colin Whitney of the San Diego Genealogical Society

 

 

Accessibility

Need disability-related modifications or accommodations? Information and program content can be made available in alternative formats upon request by emailing JFRogers@sandiego.gov.