Hosted by AAHGS - North Carolina/Piedmont-Triad Chapter

"Voyage of Discovery" 2017 AAHGS National Conference Cruise

Washington, DC. – The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) will hold

its 38th National Genealogy Conference October 19 - 24, 2017 on board the Carnival Cruise Ship

which will leave from the port of Charleston, South Carolina. Participants will have an opportunity

to attend a series of workshops and programs in celebration of more than a quarter century of service

to the Carolinas (North and South Carolina) and the Charleston community. Forty to Sixty percent

of Africans who were brought to America during the slave trade, entered through the port of

Charleston and the South Carolina Low Country. This has given the Low Country, the designation

among some historians as the "Ellis Island for African Americans". Other historians dispute this

since the Ellis Island immigrants arrived voluntarily as opposed to the Africans, who were captured

in the Atlantic slave trade. Each year family historians and genealogists from California to Maine gather to seek answers to

discovering their family roots. The theme, “Voyage of Discovery" endeavors to bring

together persons from diverse backgrounds, distant geographic areas, and similar interests to

continue this tradition. Conference Attendees will have the opportunity to meet guests, exchange information and ideas, and

network with attendees from around the country. The conference will consist of broad choices of

workshops and facilitators with over 21 sessions, focusing on resources, research methods, historic

events, and our ancestors who have paved the way. Experienced historians and genealogists will

lecture on subjects targeted to the beginner, the advanced, the hobbyist, or the professional

researcher. AAHGS is a non-profit, 501(C)(3) membership organization, committed to the preservation of

history, genealogy, and the culture of diverse groups of people from local, national, and international

communities. The Society stresses the importance of history and genealogy by encouraging active

participation in recording research and documenting personal family histories. If you would like to participate in the Conference, please refer to the attachments (Call for Papers /

Presenters, Reservation Form, and Conference Ads).

Please Note: Passport Requirements

To have a U.S. passport, you must be a U.S. citizen.

Depending on where you are traveling outside of the U.S., you will need to determine if you need

a passport book or a passport card.

A passport book is required for all international travel by air.

To enter the United States at land border crossings or sea ports-of-entry from Canada,

Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda, you can use a passport book or a passport card.

For additional information about AAHGS, visit our Society's websites: www.ncaahgs.org,

www.aahgs.org, or contact the co-conference chair: Lamar E. DeLoatch at ncaahgs@aol.com ,

(336) 547-0178, or P.O. Box 36586, Greensboro, NC 27416.

From the Conference Planning Committee On behalf of the Conference Planning Committee, we invite you to the 38

th National

Conference Cruise of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc.

We are planning an exciting and informative series of workshops and programs. For

almost 40 years, AAHGS has held a national conference to assist African Americans

in the search for their roots. Please join us for what will be a great genealogical

experience! October 19 – 24, 2017 for “Voyage of Discovery”

Sincerely,

AAHGS 2017 Conference Planning Committee

Conference Location All conference workshops and activities will be held on board the Carnival Cruise

Line, which will be sailing from the Port of Charleston, Union Pier Terminal, 32

Washington Street, Charleston, South Carolina 29401. The Cruise Ship Passenger

Terminal is located in downtown Charleston in the heart of the historic district. It is

easily reached via several major routes into the City. The major routes into

Charleston are via Interstate 26, Highway 17-South, Highway 17-North and I-526.

Transportation Charleston, South Carolina is easily accessible by air. The Charleston International

Airport, 5500 International Blvd, Charleston, SC 29418 (843) 767-7000 is located

12.8 from Carnival Cruise Line, Port of Charleston. (25 Minutes). The Amtrak

Train Station, 4565 Gaynor Ave., North Charleston, SC 9 miles from Carnival

Cruise Line, Port of Charleston, SC. (20 minutes).

Parking Information: Rates are subject to change

$17.00 USD per day - for standard vehicles up to 20 feet in length

$40.00 USD per day – for oversized vehicles over 20 feet in length (RV’s,

Campers and buses)

The Port of Charleston features both covered and non-covered parking in a safe and

secure location. A complimentary shuttle bus is provided between the vehicle

parking area and the cruise terminal on both departure and return dates of the

cruise. Shuttles accessible for special needs and wheelchair assistance are also

available.

Vehicle parking is available on port property, in a controlled access area

available to cruise passengers – not the general public

The site is secured and patrolled by the Port Police during the cruise

For additional information contact : Planning Committee, P.O. Box 35586

Greensboro, NC 27416, Call 843–958–8298 or E-mail: cruises@scspa.com

Special Needs Special dietary needs must be detailed in writing and submitted with the registration

form.

Cancellation Policy All cancellations must be in writing and postmarked no later than August 1, 2017.

Cancellations are subject to a $50.00 processing fee per person. Cancellation

Schedule imposed by Carnival Cruise Line:

$150 per person August 1, 2017

50% of the fare per person September 1, 2017

75% of the fare per person September 15, 2017

100% of the fare per person October 1, 2017

After a booking has been Confirmed, CI Azumano Travel imposes a $25 per person

cancellation fee, in addition to any Carnival Cruise Line Cancellation penalties.

Enjoy more than 21 sessions

focused on resources, research

methods and historical

accounts. Sessions are for

beginning, intermediate, and

advanced genealogists.

Conduct pre & post conference

research at facilities such as the

Charleston County Public

Library “South Carolina

Room”, College of Charleston

“Avery Research Center”,

Charleston Museum,

Confederate Museum, South

Carolina Historical Society,

Old Slave Mart Museum, and

the Citadel Museum.

Take advantage of the chance

to network with Genealogists

and historians from around the

country.

Conference Tours

Gullah Tours Take advantage of the Gullah

Tours. Let Alphonso Brown,

owner, be your guide.

9 Trachelle Lane

Charleston, SC 29407

(843) 763-7551

E-mail: info@gullahtours.com

Carnival Cruise Line will sponsor tours during the cruise.

Make reservation prior to boarding the

ship.

NOTE: All Tours and payments are

made directly to Gullah Tours and

Carnival Cruise Line.

Hotels Hotels are near the Ship and Charleston

Historic District.

www.ncaahgs.org

AFRO-AMERICAN HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY

38th NATIONAL CONFERENCE

October 19-24, 2017 - Charleston, South Carolina

In October 2017, genealogists and historians from around the Carolinas and across the nation will Cruise to discover and celebrate African-American

family history, national history, and the connections therein. The occasion will be the 38th National Conference of the Afro-American Historical &

Genealogical Society, Inc. (AAHGS).

Call for Papers The Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society (AAHGS) is pleased to

announce an invitation to submit lecture proposals for the 38th National

AAHGS Conference to be held onboard a Cruise Ship, October 19-24, 2017. The conference theme is:

"Voyage of Discovery"

The 38th National AAHGS conference will focus on South Carolina's unique place in African-American family history and Charleston, South Carolina as a

major port of entry during the Slave Trade. The 2017 AAHGS Conference will explore Southern family history, local, and national episodes in the

American History narrative, and connections between South Carolina and the rest of the nation.

Suggested Topics The 2017 Conference Planning Committee invites proposals for lectures and

workshops that illuminate:

Original family and community history research—from Carolinas and beyond

Best research practices in family history

South Carolina Heritage Corridor

South Carolina Caribbean Slave Connection Efficient use of genealogy websites and software

Charleston Plantations Slave Ships

History of Charleston, South Carolina The best use of records and repositories

Effective strategies for researching, writing, and publishing family histories

Analysis of the current state, limitations, and future of DNA and genealogical research

Topics specifically related to African-American genealogy and history in North Carolina and South Carolina

Gullah Culture and the Language African Americans during slavery, Reconstruction, and the Civil Rights

Movement

The Southern Sit-ins African-American labor, migration, or organizational history

Tracing and mapping family histories across the color line Other topics relevant to the conference theme or the AAHGS mission

We are looking for presenters who have solidly researched their topic areas, are able to inform a diverse audience, and are able to deliver insightful and

enjoyable presentations. We encourage the submission of advanced-level sessions for experienced researchers as well as beginner- and intermediate-

level sessions.

Submission of Proposals Proposals must be submitted electronically, in Microsoft Word format only, to

ncaahgs@aol.com.

Proposals format must include the following:

Session Title Research skill level of audience (beginner, intermediate, advanced)

Presenter’s biography, not to exceed fifty words Recent headshot of presenter; photos should be sent as a high

resolution jpeg A two to four-page summary of the proposed session, to include

resources and/or bibliography, for inclusion in the conference syllabus

One or two paragraph summaries will not be accepted.

Deadline and Expectations The deadline for submission of conference proposals is Wednesday March 15, 2017. Proposals must be submitted by email to ncaahgs@aol.com.

Each person may submit no more than two proposals and receipt of proposals will be acknowledged by email. The conference committee will

review all submissions; decisions concerning proposals will be made by March 31, 2017. All individuals who submit proposals will be notified of the

committee's decision by email promptly thereafter.

AAHGS will provide: 1. An honorarium of $150 for each lecture or workshop session; if a

presentation or workshop is conducted by more than one person, the honorarium will be divided among the speakers

2. An LCD projector with standard laptop connection. 3. Promotion of the presenter and their lecture in conference materials

4. A table for conference materials, standard microphone and podium

Conference speakers will: 1. Present for one hour, including time for questions and answers

2. Provide high quality electronic presentations that are clear and readable 3. Provide their own laptop computers

4. Provide helpful and educational handout material at their own expense, if desired

PLEASE NOTE: 1. Presenters must register for the AAHGS National Conference Cruise.

2. Registration will include payment of Conference Fees and Cruise payment.

Presenters using tablets must secure their own cables connections. AAHGS cannot guarantee LCD projector-to-tablet connectivity, and encourages

presenters to use laptops exclusively.

For further information please contact: ncaahgs@aol.com.

AFRO-AMERICAN HISTORICAL &

GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY

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CALL FOR PAPERS

Application

Please Print Legibly

Workshop Topic:

Name:

Business or Organization:

Address:

City: State: Zip Code:

Phone Number:

Email Address:

All questions can be sent via email to: ncaahgs@aol.com or call Lamar E. DeLoatch at 336.547.0178.

AAHGS, Inc. P.O. Box 36254

Greensboro, NC 27416

AAHGS NATIONAL CHAPTER

Souvenir Program Booklet

Advertisement Form

2017 Conference Souvenir Book This Souvenir Booklet commemorates the 38th Annual National Conference of AAHGS. Purchasing an ad

can be used to showcase individual research, family tree information, church, civic, or organization projects as

well. This would be a perfect opportunity to introduce your works, published articles, books, upcoming family

reunions, memorials of ancestors passed on and/or recognition of individuals or groups that have worked

diligently at preserving African American heritage and culture.

Ad costs are as follows: The inside front cover or the inside/outside back covers will be $500. See below for

page cost. The deadline is August 1, 2017. Ads must be submitted in electronic format (email), attaching

pictures are encouraged. Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat (*.pdf) format only. Ads will not be finalized

until payment is received. Email all ads to ttenplewis@aol.com and if you have any questions, please contact

Tamela Tenpenny-Lewis, Souvenir Booklet Chairperson at 501.425.5578. Make checks payable to AAHGS-

National and mail to P.O. Box 73067, Washington, DC 20056-3067. Your payment should be received by

August 1, 2017. Ads are not final until payment is received.

BUSINESS/CHURCH, ETC. ADVERTISEMENT Company/Institution:

Address:

City, State, Zip:

Representative:

Please write what you want to appear in the ad.

INDIVIDUAL ADVERTISEMENT

Name:

Address:

City, State, Zip:

Please write what you want to appear in the ad (ex: In memory of, Best Wishes,

Congratulations, etc.)

Please check the size of the Ad you desire:

LAYOUT COST

Full Page $100.00

Half Page $ 60.00

Quarter Page $ 40.00

Business Card $ 25.00

Patron’s List $ 10.00