IGHR - Institute of Genealogy & Historical Research

IGHR - Institute of Genealogy & Historical Research IGHR offers 12 intensive, virtual genealogy courses in 2026, taught by top instructors in their fields. Each course costs $545. What is IGHR?

Learn more at https://ighr.gagensociety.org/ The Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR) is an annual week-long educational institute for genealogists. It differs from a genealogy conference in that attendees register for one course for the entire week, thus allowing them to delve into a specific topic or methodology more deeply than what a typical conference might allow. Hosted by the Georgia Genealogical Society, IGHR attendees travel from across the country and around the globe to attend the popular institute. It's important to understand that IGHR is not just for individuals whose research involves Georgia or southern ancestry. The institute is for genealogists of ALL backgrounds and skill levels from beginning to advanced. It educates hobbyists and professionals alike. Traditionally IGHR enrolls about 400 attendees each summer. 2021 attendees were from 45 states, Canada, & the Netherlands. Established in 1962, IGHR is currently celebrating its 60th anniversary! You can view 2022 course offerings at https://bit.ly/3koLLDZ.



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You know what's bad luck? Not registering in time for IGHR 2026 "Genetics for Genealogists: Fundamentals of DNA"! Regist...
02/13/2026

You know what's bad luck? Not registering in time for IGHR 2026 "Genetics for Genealogists: Fundamentals of DNA"! Registration deadline is TOMORROW (Saturday, Feb 14) at 11:59 p.m. Don't miss out on an experience that will set your DNA research up for success. Saturdays, Mar 14-May 2 (except Apr 4). $545 ($50 discount for GGS members). https://ighr.gagensociety.org/dna/

TODAY'S THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE for IGHR 2026 "Repository Research: From Website to Doorway"! Register by 11:59 p.m. L...
02/12/2026

TODAY'S THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE for IGHR 2026 "Repository Research: From Website to Doorway"! Register by 11:59 p.m. Learn to feel confident using repositories from a distance. Thursdays, Mar 12-Apr 16. Virtual and recorded for later viewing. Expert instructor team! Learn more and register at: https://ighr.gagensociety.org/repositories/.

Registration deadline TOMORROW! “Even though I expected this course to be excellent, it exceeded my expectations. The in...
02/11/2026

Registration deadline TOMORROW! “Even though I expected this course to be excellent, it exceeded my expectations. The instructors were knowledgeable and well organized and the topics very, very helpful. I’ll be very busy using everything I learned. ...Having a week between sessions to practice the info was terrific. I never felt overloaded, just empowered to do more. Bravo! Bravo! Every experienced genealogist should take this class. I’m recommending it to everyone.”

That's from the last offering of IGHR 2026 Repository Research: From Website to Doorway. Your chance to supercharge your online research experience ends TOMORROW, Thursday, February 12, at 11:59 a.m. Learn more and register at: https://ighr.gagensociety.org/repositories/

We're all researching online now...but do we really know all the possibilities? Who better to show you than Cyndi Ingle ...
02/10/2026

We're all researching online now...but do we really know all the possibilities? Who better to show you than Cyndi Ingle of cyndislist.com with her expert instructor team and carefully crafted instruction plan?! But don't miss out -- registration for this virtual, weekly (Mar 12-Apr 16, Thursdays) course ends this THURSDAY at 11:59 p.m. Learn more and register at: https://ighr.gagensociety.org/repositories/

IGHR 2026's first registration deadlines are approaching! Register this week for "Genetics for Genealogists: Fundamental...
02/10/2026

IGHR 2026's first registration deadlines are approaching! Register this week for "Genetics for Genealogists: Fundamentals of DNA" (deadline this Saturday) AND/or "Repository Research: From Website to Doorway" (this Thursday). These are weekly courses, both starting in March. $545 per course ($50 discount for GGS members). Learn more about all our courses and register at: https://ighr.gagensociety.org/ighr-courses/

Don't miss your chance to register for IGHR's core DNA course: "Genetics for Genealogists: Fundamentals of DNA"! Registr...
02/08/2026

Don't miss your chance to register for IGHR's core DNA course: "Genetics for Genealogists: Fundamentals of DNA"! Registration deadline is FEBRUARY 14. Offered Saturdays, March 14-May 2 (except Apr 4). Patti Lee Hobbs, CG®, CGG®, has designed this course for everyone who needs to build their DNA research on a firm foundation to move forward. Learn more and register at: https://ighr.gagensociety.org/dna/

02/08/2026
We've got the perfect Valentines Day gift for the genealogist in your life: a gift certificate for any IGHR 2026 course!...
02/08/2026

We've got the perfect Valentines Day gift for the genealogist in your life: a gift certificate for any IGHR 2026 course! The recipient can choose from one of 12 courses, offered either during IGHR Week in July or weekly in the spring and fall. Hint: Two of the courses -- DNA and Repository Research -- have registration deadlines this week, so consider an early gift. $545 per course ($50 discount for GGS members). Learn more and purchase at: https://ighr.gagensociety.org/ighr-gift-certificate/

Step up your research with Cyndi Ingle's "Repository Research: From Website to Doorway"! Cyndi has gathered a crack team...
02/07/2026

Step up your research with Cyndi Ingle's "Repository Research: From Website to Doorway"! Cyndi has gathered a crack team of instructors to show you the ins and outs of accessing repositories from your desk chair. Thursdays, March 12-April 16. Virtual, recordings available for 1 month. Registration Deadline: FEBRUARY 12! Learn more at https://ighr.gagensociety.org/repositories/.

01/31/2026
"Building African American Families: Records, Resources & Documentation" is a new course for IGHR 2026! Renowned genealo...
01/31/2026

"Building African American Families: Records, Resources & Documentation" is a new course for IGHR 2026! Renowned genealogist Dr. Deborah A. Abbott has brought together a stellar team of instructors to help you research your African American roots or learn to help others do that better. Offered during IGHR Week July 27-31. Register by June 27! Learn more about the course and register at: https://ighr.gagensociety.org/african-american/. Apply for a scholarship to attend it at: https://ighr.gagensociety.org/scholarships/frazine-k-taylor/.

Have you found the perfect IGHR 2026 course for you...but realized you have schedule conflicts? Or worried about not get...
01/27/2026

Have you found the perfect IGHR 2026 course for you...but realized you have schedule conflicts? Or worried about not getting it all under the pressure of being in class? All sessions are recorded and available to watch for one month after the course ends! Watch or re-watch them at your leisure. Learn more about the course(s) you select and register at: https://ighr.gagensociety.org/ighr-courses/.

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What is IGHR?

The Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR) is an annual week-long educational institute for genealogists. It differs from a genealogy conference in that attendees register for one course for the entire week, thus allowing them to delve into a specific topic or methodology more deeply than what a typical conference might allow.

Hosted by the Georgia Genealogical Society, IGHR attendees travel from across the country and around the globe to attend. IGHR is not just for individuals whose research involves Georgia or southern ancestry. The institute is for genealogists of all backgrounds and skill levels from beginning to advanced. It educates hobbyists and professionals alike. Traditionally IGHR enrolls about 300 attendees each summer.

IGHR 2019 will take place Sunday, 21 July 2019-Friday, 26 July 2019 at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel in Athens, Georgia. Be sure to come a day early on Saturday, 20 July 2019, for our FREE Family History & Genealogy Expo sponsored by FamilySearch. Registration for 2019 courses opens Saturday, 2 March 2019, with a rolling schedule. Visit ighr.gagensociety.org for details such as course descriptions, tuition price, accommodations, etc.

IGHR’s history is more than fifty years old. Established in 1962, the institute’s first session was held at Howard College––now Samford University––in Birmingham, Alabama. Founded by Elizabeth Wood Thomas, the institute was originally known as the Willo Institute of Genealogy.