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Ocala Family History Fair - Introduction to DNA
Sat, Apr 25
|The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
This introduction to DNA will discuss the various tests that you can take as well as what tests and resources each company offers.
Time & Location
Apr 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM EDT
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day, 1831 SE 18th Ave, Ocala, FL 34471, USA
About the event
This presentation provides an overview of DNA, explaining its role as the genetic blueprint and detailing how humans inherit genetic material from their parents, grandparents, and earlier ancestors. It covers the different types of DNA testing—Y-chromosome, mitochondrial, X chromosome, and autosomal—highlighting how each test traces specific ancestral lines and who can take them. The presentation also reviews major DNA testing companies and their offerings, such as Family Tree DNA, Living DNA, 23andMe, My Heritage, and Ancestry. Throughout, it uses real-world examples to illustrate how DNA testing can reveal ancestry, family relationships, and genetic traits, making the science of DNA both practical and engaging for genealogy enthusiasts.