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American Ancestors Comes to Palm Beach

Overview

Thursday, February 5, 2026, 6:00-8:00 PM
Palm Beach Yacht Club, 800 N. Flagler Driver
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Hosted by M. David Sherrill

Connect with fellow members and new friends as we celebrate 180 years of American Ancestors—the nation's leading center for family history. As the oldest and largest genealogical organization in the country, American Ancestors is dedicated to helping people explore their family history, understand their heritage, and connect across generations.

Parking  

The venue has limited parking, but guests are welcome to use the yacht club's valet service.  

Palm Beach Yacht Club Dress Code

Gentlemen are required to wear a jacket after 6 p.m., seven nights a week, both in the dining room and at the bar (ties are not required). Gentlemen’s shirts must have a collar. Quality ‘designer’ jeans are allowed with a sport/dinner jacket. Knee-length ‘Bermuda’ shorts are acceptable until 5 p.m.  Ladies should wear appropriate smart/casual. For more details visit https://www.pbyc.com/policies 

Featuring Remarks by 

Ryan Woods

Ryan Woods 

President & CEO of American Ancestors

Headshot of M. David Sherrill

M. David Sherrill

Vice Chair, American Ancestors Board of Trustees