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Have you used FamilySearch or its Research Wiki? Did you know FamilySearch now uses AI to help you with your searches? If not, you will be amazed at the billions of free records and tools available to assist you in your genealogical research. Ralph will provide you the basic tools needed to get started as on FamilySearch.org  and provide tips to find records to advance your research and to find others working on your family lines.

Ralph Severson is a long- time volunteer at the Oakland FamilySearch Center He has also served as Director. He is knowledgeable about FamilySearch.org and will share with you the basics on how to find information for your family research.

This program is part of the Genealogy and Family History Symposium 2026, a two-day conference presented by the San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) and the California Genealogical Society (CGS), featuring speakers from SFPL, CGS, the Oakland FamilySearch Center, SFgenealogy and other organizations presenting on a wide range of topics.

See the full two-day schedule.