Two weeks ago, I wrote about the Society of Genealogists
annual Family History Fair to be held in London 4-5 May. I was unable to attend
this year, but several newsletter readers who did make it wrote to say that
this years event was a big success.
John Konvalinka, an American attending his first SoG conference,
wrote, "I spent a little time at the FHF today, not enough to give you
a detailed report, but my impression was that it is quite successful
the exhibit area was a beehive, and the lectures I popped into were good."
Ed Lear wrote, "Just happened to be in London so went to
the fair and looked around.
Talked to several genies from Australia,
U.S., etc. and they all felt that it was a well-done show, as did I."
You might want to plan now to attend next years Family History
Fair. Its a great excuse to visit London, and the airfares in May are
usually reasonable, preceding the big tourist rush of the summer. I havent
yet seen any announcement for next years event as I suspect the organizers
are still catching their breath after this years success. However, the
fair is usually held on the first weekend in May, and my calendar says that
it should be 3-4 May 2003. Check for confirmation later this year.