In “The Joy Genealogy,” professional genealogist and educator Gay Baynes shares how researching her family tree got her hooked on genealogy. With colorful slides and research stories, she will use her own experiences to guide beginners and seasoned family historians through the sometimes challenging process of locating and documenting proof of early Americans’ lives and achievements.

Speaker Bio: Gay Baynes is a professional genealogist and educator. A graduate of ProGen, she holds certificates in Genealogical Research from Boston University, Advanced Methodology from the Institute of Genealogical and Historical Research Institute, Virginia Colonial History from Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy, and DNA Studies from the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh. She is a member of numerous genealogical organizations including the Association of Professional Genealogists, the National Genealogical Society, The Virginia Genealogical Society, and Great Bridge DAR.