East Texas Genealogical Society Meeting

From Grants to Genealogy: Researching Families at the Texas GLO

Join the East Texas Genealogical Society for their monthly meeting on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 2 PM. This event features Kevin Klaus, Team Leader for Archives and Records at the Texas General Land Office (GLO), who will discuss how to navigate one of Texas's most significant historical repositories.

The Texas GLO Archives houses over 35.5 million documents and 45,000 maps dating back to 1561. This presentation will cover key resources for family researchers, including:

• Spanish-era records

• Republic of Texas grants

• Bounty and Donation land grants

• Court of Claims files

• Confederate Scrip Voucher files

Event Details

• Location: Tyler Public Library, Taylor Auditorium

• Virtual Option: Available via Zoom (Meeting ID: 810 5889 9946 | Passcode: Family)

• Admission: Free and open to the public

Second Saturday | 2:00 PM
Tyler Public Library

This is our regular monthly meeting—program varies each month.

Bites & Bytes Luncheon
Fourth Thursday | 11:30 AM

Enjoy a casual gathering focused on genealogy and technology. Connect, share, and learn with others in a relaxed environment.

Open to the public. Dutch treat.