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And you thought the Conference was over! Not us! Print E-mail
On behalf of the co-hosts, the IAJGS and the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Philadelphia (JGSGP), the JGSGP is "archiving" the 29th IAJGS International Conference on Jewish Genealogy.

Here is what we have so far:

1) A selection of the "Thank You" messages posted online or received by us.

2) Links to articles written about the Conference or speakers.

3) A combination Video - Slideshow  viewing prepared by Gene Hurwitz, a long-time JGSGP member and a professional photographer who attended the Conference with his camera:

4) Harry Boonin, the founder of JGSGP and its first President, was honored by both the IAJGS and JGSGP. Read about his award.

5) Steve Schecter and a team of volunteers compiled and published a Philadelphia Area Jewish Genealogical Resource Guide . The CD was provided to Conference registrants.

6) Steve Lasky, the award winning creator and mastermind of the Museum of Family History, created an exhibit honoring Philadelphia's Jewish heritage. He timed it to coincide with the Conference.