Making the Most of Family History Month - An Interview with Kate Smith

In this episode of the Family Tree Magazine podcast, Andrew Koch interviews Kate Smith, Associate Director for Communications and Organizations at the National Genealogical Society, or NGS. She offers tips for getting involved during Family History Month in October.

Feature: Observing Family History Month

October is Family History Month, making the next several weeks an excellent opportunity to celebrate your family history, reengage in research projects you’ve set aside, and get involved with the genealogy community. In this episode of the podcast, Andrew Koch speaks with Kate Smith of the National Genealogical Society who offers tips for making the most of your own local genealogical societies this month.

Mentioned in this episode:

Why family history and family stories are important
Genealogical resources and tips
Connecting with local and regional genealogical organizations
Why it’s worth supporting genealogical organizations and societies
Challenges faced by local genealogical societies and how to help overcome them
Why to take part in Family History Month

Resources:

NGS — Family History Month

How to Celebrate Family History Month in October

Family History Month has been celebrated every October since 2001. Discover all the ways you can join in on the fun and honor your own family history.

The Family History Month Handbook

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