Genealogy Societies
Associations & Societies: Regional and Ethnicity
Almost every country, region, state/province, county/city anywhere in the world has a genealogical organization. Through an association or society, you might find resources and information about resources based on a locality, local history/genealogy projects and databases, professional certified genealogists for hire who can do research in local archives and libraries, transcribe and translate, obtain copies of archival documents, and more.
Ethnicities have associations and societies as well and can offer training, resources, as well as access to professional certified genealogists for hire.
Examples:
- National Genealogical SocietyOne of several national societies in the United States.
- New York Genealogical and Biographical SocietyThe New York Genealogical and Biographical Society, popularly known as the "G & B," was founded in 1869. As a non-profit educational institution, its purpose is to collect and make available information on genealogy, biography and history, particularly as it relates to the people of New York State.
- New England Historical and Genealogical SocietyExtraordinary collection from which they will lend to members. In fact, membership is required for almost all access.
- Polilsh Genealogical Society of America (PGSA)The Society is open to anyone doing research within the borders of the old Commonwealth of Poland. It attempts to assist members in doing their own genealogical research by publishing the journal Rodziny and providing books, newsletters, bulletins, printed information, regular Society meetings, conferences and workshops. With members across the United States, plus countries around the world, the Society has access to a wide range of ideas, data, experts and resources to benefit its members. Furthermore, modern communication technology enables members in almost any location live access to most meetings and programs via the internet.
- Afro-American Historical & Genealogy Association (AAGHS)Dedicated to the study and research of African American history and genealogy, and promotes the documentation of African Americans in American history. Organized into regional chapters with an annual national conference.
- JewishGen: The Home of Jewish GenealogyJewishGen serves as the global home for Jewish genealogy. Featuring unparalleled access to millions of records, it offers unique search tools, along with opportunities for researchers to connect with others who share similar interests.