The Defiance County Chapter of OGS, the Defiance Public Library and the Defiance College will be hosting a one day seminar on September 26, 2026 at the Defiance College Serrick Campus Center, 701 North Clinton St., Defiance, Ohio. This is a free event open to the public, but pre-registration is required. Sign up at the […]
Learn the history of Ohio's only Revolutionary War fort. When was it built and how did it contribute to America as we know it today?
The Licking County Genealogical Society will host a Genealogy and Heritage Expo from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3rd., at the Downtown Newark Library in the room off of the lobby. Exhibitors include, to name a few, OGS chapters from Fairfield and Muskingum counties, Hetuck Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, Benjamin […]
Discover how church records - baptisms, marriages, and more - unlock family history. Learn to access and interpret these vital documents to enrich your genealogical research and uncover your ancestors' stories.
Join us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
See Full Description Here Please note: The top price listed above is less the $100 deposit. (Totals are - Quad: $715.00, Triple: $755, Double: $850, Single: $1025 per person) The final payment will be due by Aug 1, 2026. This is a members-only event and only members will be able to purchase tickets. Please consider […]
Imagine it's October 1880. You've harvested your apples, milked your cow, gathered your cucumbers, and brought in your grain. Winter is coming, and there are no grocery stores or refrigerators. Join us as we explore how families turned fresh ingredients into foods that would feed them through the seasons.
Curious about your family's military history but not sure where to start? Join us for a beginner-friendly introduction to Fold3. Presented by Stark Library's Family & Local History Department. A limited number of laptops will be available for individual research time after the introduction. If you have a laptop of your own, it is highly […]
The OGS Library in Bellville, Ohio, is open one Saturday a month, 9:00am-5:00pm. Linda Swanson, OGS Librarian, and Jenna Kish, OGS Archivist are available for patron questions. Regular library hours are Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
Monthly Meeting
Join us on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, for Mavourneen Harshman OGS Librarian Day, a special event at the Ohio Genealogical Society Library designed for librarians, society members, and anyone passionate about genealogy and local history. The day begins at 9:00 AM and features a full schedule of engaging programs, starting with a collaborative session on […]
From wartime necessity to public controversy, conscription has shaped nations and generations. Learn how draft systems have operated, who was affected, and why conscription has remained a subject of debate.
Discover the genealogical clues hidden in military records. This program covers where to find service and pension files, how to access them, and what information they offer about your ancestors.
Find out about the current archaeological work happening to preserve the history of Fort Laurens and the Tomb of the Unknown Patriot.
Join us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
The OGS Library in Bellville, Ohio, is open one Saturday a month, 9:00am-5:00pm. Linda Swanson, OGS Librarian, and Jenna Kish, OGS Archivist are available for patron questions. Regular library hours are Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
Monthly Meeting
Join us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
The OGS Library in Bellville, Ohio, is open one Saturday a month, 9:00am-5:00pm. Linda Swanson, OGS Librarian, and Jenna Kish, OGS Archivist are available for patron questions. Regular library hours are Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
Christmas Potluck Get Together
Join us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
Join us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
Be sure to Login to see additional discounts that may be available to you! For any technical difficulties registering, please contact [email protected] For more information: 2027 OGS Conference
The OGS 2027 Conference, Finding Your Family’s Heroes, promises to offer innovative genealogical sessions and workshops to eager attendees looking for products and services to supplement their educational experience at the conference. Exhibitors are an integral part of our conference, and we are here to help you stage a successful exhibit. Each exhibitor receives: • […]
Join us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
Join us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
Join us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
Join us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
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Ohio Genealogical Society Writing Contests
OGN Contest 1 July – 30 September
OGSQ Contest 1 September – 31 December
OGS is sponsoring its genealogical writing contest to reward amateur and professional genealogical authorship and to help fill the pages of its renowned journals with articles.
Prizes range from $25 – $100. Full Writing Contest Details
PLEASE NOTE: All Lineage Society applications are due Nov 30!