Special Events

During RootsTech we offer special lunches and evening events to maximize your conference experience. These events are optional, but space is limited and tickets are required. If you choose to attend any of these events, please be sure to add them during the registration process.

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Evening Events

Thursday: Opening Night Social at the Leonardo

Come join us for the RootsTech opening social at the contemporary Science Technology and Art museum of Utah, the Leonardo. Hosted by FindMyPast.com, the evening will feature heavy appetizers and hors d'oeuvres and exclusive access to amazing interactive exhibits. For more information about the Leonardo, go to: http://www.theleonardo.org.

Cost: $10 per attendee, $10 for guests
Date: Thursday, March 21, 2013
Time: 6:00 – 9:00pm
Reserve your spot when you register for RootsTech.

Additionally, you can take advantage of the special show pricing of $15 for access into the “Mummies of the World” traveling exhibit. We will send out an e-mail reminder once this option is available.

What is The Leonardo?

The Leonardo is a contemporary museum that explores the unexpected ways that science, technology, art, and creativity connect. Located in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, The Leo is your place to see one-of-a-kind, interactive exhibits and participate in ever-changing programs, workshops, and classes.

Once home to the Salt Lake City Public Library, The Leonardo’s building has been a center for learning, curiosity, and discovery for the people of the Wasatch Front for nearly 50 years. The Leo is tremendously proud to carry on that legacy, and invite you to become a part of this unique museum experience.

Make sure you come by and visit the innovative Gene Lab.

Thursday: Story and Song with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir

Land That I Love—The Immigration Of Irving Berlin

Thursday, March 21, 8:45-9:30 p.m.

Cost: FREE

Location: Tabernacle on Temple Square

Enjoy a special evening of music, video, and spoken word to celebrate the connections and stories we all share of our immigrant pasts. The world-renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir will perform musical numbers such as “High on the Mountain Top,” “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing,” and Irving Berlin’s “God Bless America.” Special remarks provided by Elder Allan F. Packer of the Seventy.

No tickets required for RootsTech attendees; limited seating. Please be seated by 8:30 p.m.

Friday: Late Night at the Library

On Friday night, join us at the Family History Library. Extended hours will enable both experienced genealogists and novices alike to discover this amazing resource in a whole new light. And if you don’t know a pedigree chart from a probate record, come to a unique workshop designed to introduce technology experts to the basics of family history.

This event is free for both registered attendees and guests. Reserve your spot when you register for RootsTech.

Story@Home Presents: An Evening of Storytelling

Friday, March 22, 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Cost: FREE

There’s nothing like sitting back to listen to a well told story. Join us at the Conference Center Theater for an entertaining evening with our featured storytellers as they tell some of their favorite stories. Your sure to delight in the uniqueness of each storyteller while celebrating in the commonalities we all share.

6:00 PM Pre-show with Clive Romney
6:30 PM Storytelling Concert featuring: Ginger Parkinson, Jan Smith, Syd Lieberman, and Kim Weitkamp, with Emcee Teresa Clark.

No registration is needed for this event. Seating will be on a first come, first seated bases. We recommend you arrive early as this venue only seats 150 folks.