Genealogist Jamie Lee McManus Mayhew will present "Land Records in the Southwest United States" on Saturday, October 12, at 1:30 p.m. during the Southern California Genealogical Genealogical Society's (SCGS) upcoming conference, Genealogy Jam. The fall Jamboree's theme is Discovering Your Southwest Heritage.
Researching Southwest Land Records
During Jamie Lee's presentation, she will show participants how to locate land records in the Southwestern U.S. Land records for the Southwest are a combination of Spanish and Mexican land grants, Native American land, and Federal land records. In this must-attend webinar, you'll learn how to find and use these unique records in your family history research.
From left: Jamie Lee McManus Mayhew; Mexican land grants in southeastern San Francisco, 1862, public domain, San Mateo County Library, Brisbane Library; Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, public domain, NARA.
About Jamie Lee McManus Mayhew
Jamie Lee McManus Mayhew, PLCGS, a California native, is a family genealogist, genealogical educator, occasional blogger, and professional researcher specializing in land records. She is president of the APG Writers SIG and a director of the Genealogical Speakers Guild.
Jamie Lee's passion was sparked as a teenager when she and her mother would navigate census records and pore over ancient tomes, learning about their ancestors. In 2010, she founded California Cousins, a family history research and education service. In her role at California Cousins, Jamie applies her extensive expertise to uncover family histories and piece together narratives once lost in the shadows of time. Her work transcends the traditional scope of genealogy; it's about connecting the dots of the past, bringing to light the stories and legacies that shape families, one discovery at a time.
Jamie Lee earned a Professional Learning Certificate in Genealogical Studies (PLCGS) from the International Institute for Genealogical Studies. She is an alum of the National Genealogical Society's (NGS) ProGen Study Group 14 and has taken numerous courses through SLIG, IGHR, GRIP, and NGS.
She earned a BA in Sociology and an MA in Educational Technology.
Genealogy Jam is a Hybrid Event
Genealogy Jamboree 2024 will be held on Saturday, October 12, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PDT. Attendees can visit the SCGS Family Research Library in Burbank to view presentations with members and attendees or watch it online. Both in-person and online formats allow you to attend the the live question-and-answer sessions after each presentation. Consult the Jamboree pages for additional speakers and information.
njoy Lunch and Celebrate SCGS's 60th Anniversary at the Family Research Library
Those who attend the live viewing party at the SCGS Family Research Library in Burbank on October 12 will have the opportunity to enjoy a pre-ordered box lunch and meet other members. At some point in the afternoon, everyone will gather to celebrate our 60th anniversary with a big, delicious cake. Come alone and meet like-minded family history buffs, or invite a friend or family member—the more, the merrier!
You'll Walk Away With New Ways to Research the Southwest
Our new SCGS Genealogy Jam conference will occur several times each year to highlight speakers and topics specific to one area of research. Since the Southern California Genealogical Society is located in the Southwestern portion of the United States and most of our previous conference attendees have come from this area, we are starting the new conference series by focusing on our rich geographical area. Our speakers' presentations will cover the Southwestern United States, including California, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Colorado, Texas, and Baja California to broaden our research area.
Our Pricing Starts at an Amazingly Low $30 for the Entire Conference
SCGS's Genealogy Jam will be presented in a hybrid format. It will cost $30 for SCGS members and $80 for non-members. Yes, you will actually save money on this one-day conference if you become a member for just $40. We want more people who live in Southern California, have roots here, or want to join one of the nation's largest genealogical societies and enjoy its many benefits to become part of the SCGS family. Register now!