One of NEHGS's most popular programs, Come Home to New England is an intensive week of family history discovery at NEHGS headquarters in downtown Boston. Staff experts provide individual consultations and useful lectures to guide researchers of all levels in their family history explorations. Participants also enjoy group meals and social events, making every moment of this fun-filled week a chance to learn more about your family history.
Monday, June 17
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions
10:00 -10:40a.m. Lecture: Overview of NEHGS Collections, Judith Lucey
10:45 - 11:15a.m. Lecture: Using the NEHGS Library Catalog and Digital Library, Jean Maguire
11:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Library Tour
11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Consultations and Research
5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Welcome Reception
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Extended Library Hours
Tuesday, June 18
9:15 a.m. Lecture: Torrey's New England Marriages, David Dearborn
10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Consultations and Research
5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Extended Library Hours
Wednesday, June 19
9:15 a.m. Lecture: Clues and Context: What Social History Can Tell You about Your Family History, Jean Maguire
10:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Consultations and Research
Thursday, June 20
9:15 a.m. Lecture: Searching AmericanAncestors.org (Advanced), David Allen Lambert
10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Consultations and Research
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Extended Library Hours
Friday, June 21
9:15 a.m. Lecture: Irish Immigration to Boston, Marie Daly
10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Consultations and Research
3:00 - 4:30p.m. Optional Lecture (Topic TBD), Gary Boyd Roberts
5:15 - 7:00 p.m. Closing Dinner, Treat Rotunda, 1st Floor
7:00 - 9:00p.m. Extended Library Hours
Saturday, June 22
9:15 a.m. Lecture: Using Manuscripts in Your Research, Judith Lucey
10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Consultations and Research
Register online
Registration $750
Non-researching guest, $100
Cancellation policy
Written cancellations received before May 25, 2013, will be subject to a $100 per person cancellation fee. No refund is possible after this date. Fees are based on group participation.There is no refund for services or portions of the program not taken, or for participants who do not complete the program.
Lodging
NEHGS members receive special rates on standard rooms at the Charlesmark Hotel on a space-available basis. The Charlesmark Hotel is a short three-block walk from NEHGS. Call 617-247-1212 or visit www.thecharlesmark.com.Identify yourself as an NEHGS member and expect to show your membership card upon arrival.