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OGS Fall Retreat

Sep 11-12, 2026 at the Ohio Genealogical Society Library

 

Please join us September 11-12, 2026 in our beautiful OGS Library in Bellville, OH.  This is a fun retreat where you can interact in small groups with our speakers and enjoy the OGS Library all at the same event!  We also offer a hybrid option for those who wish to join us virtually.  When registration is open, it can be found here.

All registrations include an electronic syllabus, and in-person registrations include a boxed lunch on Saturday. We will also be having a reception on Friday night.

Important Details:

Registration deadline is Aug 28, 2026. Registration fees do not include hotel, transportation or other incidentals. Please send registration questions to [email protected].

Refunds:
Refunds will be issued up until July 31, 2026, a $75.00 administration fee will be charged. No refunds will be issued after July 31, 2026. All refunds must be requested via email to [email protected].

Hotel Reservations:
We have a room block reserved at the Quality Inn & Suites just two minutes west of the OGS library, to receive the discounted rate of $129.00 (plus tax) per night please call 419-886-7000 and mention the OGS Fall Conference. Your hotel accommodation does include a complimentary hot breakfast. Hotel accommodations are not included in your registration. This special rate is only available until Aug 28, 2026. Please note: check-in begins at 3 PM and you must check-out before 11 AM.

Meals:

The Saturday lunch is included registration for in-person attendees. Please indicate the lunch option you wish to have for Saturday. Only the registered attendees can partake in the Saturday luncheon.

For In-Person Registration, select your meal and continue to View Cart, then Checkout. Don’t forget a separate RSVP for the Friday Evening Reception! There is no additional charge.

Register Here

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Our Featured Speakers for 2026 Fall Retreat

 

Deborah Kitko

Deborah Kitko

MLIS

Eric E. Johnson

Eric E. Johnson

Lauren Kuntzman

Lauren Kuntzman

Thomas S. Neel

Thomas S. Neel

MLIS

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