Welcome to the Ephraim K. Hanks Reunion 2026 website

The Ephraim K. Hanks 2026 reunion is for all descendants of Ephraim Knowlton Hanks, born 1826. Ephraim was an early convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, pioneer scout, frontier mail carrier, Southern Utah settler, and participated in rescue efforts for the beleaguered Martin Handcart company of 1856. Ephraim was father to 27 children between three wives: Harriet Decker, Jane Capener, and Thisbe Read. There are thousands of his descendants across the world!

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How are you related to Ephraim Hanks? Visit Ephraim's page on Family Search, and click on the "View Relationship" link near the top of the page.

 

This is a chance to connect, meet your cousins, and get to know more about your ancestors. And, we'll have a lot of fun in the process!

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The reunion will be held on June 20, 2026 at the beautiful American West Heritage Center, in Wellsville, Utah. There will be a wagon-load of activities for the whole family. Please provide your contact information on the Contact page and stay tuned for more details.

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