Judy Muhn
Judy has been researching her family tree from the age of 12, specializing in French-Canadian, Acadian, Native American, Scottish and Michigan, Ontario and Quebec research. Beginning as a professional genealogist in Europe in 1993, she has lectured at National Genealogical Society conferences, RootsTech, Federation of Genealogical Societies as well as conferences in Europe and around the United States. Traveling extensively around the world, Judy has visited and researched in the villages and archives of Germany, Scotland, France, Quebec, and Ontario where her or her husband's family lived. Owner of Lineage Journeys, she conducts research for clients and offers presentations for a variety of organizations.
Judy is the President of the Michigan Genealogical Council, board member & Awards Chair of the National Genealogical Society, President of the Oakland County Genealogical Society and member of many societies.
November 1, 2025
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OCCGS-11-01
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10:10 AM - Beginning Acadian & French-Canadian Genealogy
From extensive experience in tracking the founding French families of New France, researching the Acadians and French Canadians is made easier by years of documentation that you'll learn about! This session includes information about online research resources, key social media help areas and the fundamental tools of this elaborate and well-documented group of people.
11:15 AM - Native American, First Nations, Indian: Researching Indigenous Peoples
Family legends often tell of an ancestor who was the daughter of a chief or some other Indian relationship. Come and find out the truth, myths, facts and information about how to determine if your family descends from Native or First Nations people.
Handouts, when available, are in Member's Only on the Speaker Handouts page.
