Resource Type: Genealogy Societies

Whether you’re just beginning to trace your roots or have years of experience, you’ll find a welcoming home with us. We support beginners as they get started and encourage seasoned genealogists to share their expertise. Through both small and large group gatherings, we learn from one another and grow together.

Established in 1974, this year marks our 44th year of helping the people of Anne Arundel County and Maryland learn more about their ancestors and heritage. Our extensive collection of genealogical reference material has been housed at the Kuethe Library in Glen Burnie, Maryland since 1992, and is open to the public for a small…

The Genealogical Society of Palm Beach County was organized on May 6, 1964 by a group of people interested in tracing their ancestors. Monthly meetings were held in various locations, genealogical procedures were taught, and books and other materials were shared by members. The Society incorporated in 1966 as Palm Beach County Genealogical Society.

The primary purpose of the Brevard Genealogical Society is education of our membership and the public through training courses, workshops, and seminars on methods and standards of genealogical and historical research. We try to stimulate interest in, and encourage the recording of family history, especially among young people. We encourage the collection of genealogical and…

The Indian River Genealogical Society, Inc. had its beginnings when the Colonial Dames of the XVII Century met and discussed forming a genealogy society to help their members and increase membership. On 6 April 1983, the first meeting and founding members met—Louise Auten, George Wilson, Freda Hoppe, Carolyn Scagnetti, Ruth McConathy, Edward Hungerford, Martha Dodd,…

Welcome to the Imperial Polk Genealogical Society. The society was founded as a nonprofit organization in 1981 by individuals interested in promoting the research and study of family history. Our current membership range from beginner to advanced researchers and also includes a professional genealogist.

This is a community of enthusiastic people in an atmosphere of support, assistance and guidance to anyone with roots in Marion County or a desire to find and share their own family history. Our monthly meetings are an opportunity to share in each other’s triumphs and help break down our brick walls, as well as…

The mission of Florida Genealogical Society is to foster and encourage the research, publication and preservation of family histories, genealogical records and historical materials for future generations. The Florida Genealogical Society (Tampa) continues to assist its members and the residents of the Tampa Bay area in modern and traditional methods of research, to provide educational…

The Federation of Genealogical Societies links the genealogical community by: (1) serving the needs of its member societies, libraries, archives, and other member organizations, (2) providing products and services needed by member societies, and (3) marshaling the resources of its member organizations. FGS was founded in 1976 and represents the members of hundreds of genealogical…

NGS Mission: To serve and grow the genealogical community by providing education and training, fostering increased quality and standards, and promoting access to and preservation of genealogical records.

The Florida State Genealogical Society was incorporated as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization 16 May 1977. Donations to FSGS are tax deductible. The society was founded to promote the study and research of genealogy and local history. There is a list of most (if not all) Genealogy Societies in the state of Florida.

The Central Florida Genealogical Society, Inc. was formed in 1969 in Orlando with thirty-two Charter members. Until 1993, we were known as the Central Florida Genealogical & Historical Society. The definition of Central Florida varies; however, it includes the following counties: Brevard, Flagler, Lake, Marion, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter, and Volusia Counties.