Discover amazing photos, articles, audio recordings, and more from our own community’s history, while learning how Stark Memory, the library's newest resource, can help you find your roots.
There will be a Saturday Open House from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 11, 2026. The office is generally closed on Saturdays. Please stop by our Research Room located in the Licking County Library downtown Newark location at 101 W. Main Street, Newark, Ohio.
Dana Palmer has been a certified genealogist (CG) since 20098, a certified genealogical lecturer since 2019. She has been a Genealogy instructor at Sinclair Community College since 2010. Dana has spoken at national, state, and local genealogy events and conferences including RootsTech, NGS, FGS, and often at OGS. She specializes in Midwestern research – specifically […]
Come and see our large collection of resources at our new location and learn how we can help you in your ancestry research.
The Territorial Papers of the United States detail early Ohio history as part of the Northwest Territory, including early settlement, tribal disputes, governance and petitions. Our speaker, Sandy Rumble, will discuss where to locate these documents and what information exists specific to Ohio history. Contact [email protected] for Zoom link. Monthly meetings of the Montgomery County […]
The Sandusky County Kin Hunters meeting will be Sunday, April 12 at 2 PM in the Sandusky Township House, next to the Fire Station, 2207 Oak Harbor Rd (N SR […]
This program will be IN-PERSON at the Chardon Library. Registration is required Gary Hunter will lead our program: America’s Roadway to Adventure: Getting There on RT 6 Sponsored by the Geauga County Genealogical Society. There will be social time beginning at 6:30pm with a short business meeting at 7:00pm before the presentation. This program is […]
Come and explore how the canals impacted Stark County from Canal Fulton to Navarre. Canalway of Dreams - Through the economic growth from the canals in the 1850s, Ohio became the gateway to the west. This brought many opportunities for businesses, farmers and immigrants to bring their hopes and dreams to life.
The Fairfield County Chapter of OGS meeting is April 16, 2026, at the Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive in Lancaster. Refreshments at 6:30 pm, business meeting at 7:00 pm, followed by the program, a documentary on the Walker sisters. ALL are welcome.
April meeting will include a short business meeting and then St. John's Lutheran Church Pastor will present the program. Public is welcome! There is no charge to attend this meeting. Hope to see you there!
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.
Join Linda Swanson, OGS Librarian, as she highlights some of the library's resources regarding the Virginia Military District. This territory was bordered by the Ohio River on the south, the Little Miami River to the west, and the Scioto River on the east and north. Virginia used these lands as payment to Revolutionary War veterans […]
On Sunday April 19 at 2:00 pm, you can learn about how to manage those old family photos that are an important part of our genealogical family tree. They provide a look back in time of family members and your connection with them. Sometimes we know the people in these old photographs are family but […]
Lorain County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society, Lorain County, Ohio is pleased to welcome Kris Rizbusnitski as the guest presenter for its upcoming Monday, May 11th program at 7 p.m. E.T. Kris Rzepczynski, is an archivist at The Archives of Michigan in Lansing, with a special interest in genealogy and local history. He has […]
Join us in celebrating Stark County’s rich heritage! With over 20 local and family history sites, museums, libraries, and community societies, there’s something for everyone to explore.
Members: be sure to Login to see additional discounts that may be available to you! For any technical difficulties registering, please contact [email protected] To order any W0# Workshop, you must purchase either a One Day, Two Day, or Full Registration. Early Bird Discount ended March 7, 2026! Online Pre-Registration is now closed. Walk-ins are welcome […]
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The Lake County Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on April 30, 2026, via Zoom with Merralee Retallick as their guest speaker. She will be presenting an "Introduction to AI for Genealogy". The program will include basic terminology of Artificial Intelligence and a bit about where it's been and where it's going in relation […]
RSVP closes at 10:00 AM May 2nd. Your Zoom link will be sent in a separate email closer to the event.
Richard Hill will review the basics of genetic genealogy, the major test types, and what the five leading companies offer. • Hill was the first adoptee to identify his birth family through genetic genealogy DNA testing. • Author of "Finding Family: My Search for Roots and the Secrets in My DNA." • He will review […]
The Union County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society invites you to join us at 10 A. M. on Saturday, May 9 for the program, My Family and Indian Massacres. The presentation will be in meeting room “A” at the Marysville Public Library, 231 S. Plum Street, Marysville. (Elevator inside back door.) Our Marysville Municipal […]
Post World War II Records on Fold3 with special focus on Veterans from the Korean War and Vietnam War. at the Hudson Library & Historical Society in the Flood Room which is located on the first floor to the left after you enter the library. Discover how to research and locate Post–World War II military […]
Program is IN -PERSON. Registration is required Sponsored by the Geauga County Genealogical Society. There will be social time at 6:30pm, and a short business meeting at 7:00pm before the presentation. This program is a part of the monthly Ohio 250th Commission themes celebrating our nation's 250th anniversary: Ohio Arts, Culture, and Literature. Whether writing […]
Discover amazing photographs, newspaper articles, audio recordings, and more from our own community’s history. Hear fascinating stories and learn how Stark Memory can help you find your roots.
Explore the world your ancestors knew. Learn how to uncover the local stories, traditions, and histories that shaped their lives and your family’s story.
R. Douglas Tracy – Times, Crimes, and the Tenderloin in Pre-Prohibition Toledo Author of his book of the same title, Doug explores true stories of crime and law enforcement in a seedy area of Toledo known as the Tenderloin during the Pre-Prohibition era.
Our May meeting speaker is Rosyln Torella presenting "Researching Italian Civil Records in Antenati Portale".
We will meet Sunday, May 17 at 2:00 pm for an hour to review the updates and power of using digital maps in your family’s research. The first part of the meeting will focus on Maps in your genealogical research. It is advisable to learn the location of your “home village” in order to facilitate […]
The Sandusky County Kin Hunters will be meeting at a different location and a week later in May. The Kin Hunters will meet on May 17 at 2 PM at […]
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 Fairfield County Chapter of OGS is meeting on May 21, 2026, at the Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive in Lancaster. Refreshments at 6:30 pm, business meeting at 7:00 pm; followed by the program. Please bring an old family photo of yourself. All are welcome.
Bucyrus Library staff to present program on Beginning Genealogy in Crawford County.
Hey kids – did you know that your family’s memories and souvenirs are actually a treasure? Come hear a story and decorate a box for holding what’s close to your family’s heart. Please bring a shoe box with you. All other materials will be provided.
Discover how to find digital images and indexed records from around the world to take your family history to the next level.
Early History and Shipbuilding Heritage of the Black River The Lorain County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society is pleased to welcome Matthew Weisman as guest presenter for its upcoming program on Monday, June 8, at 7 p.m. ET. Prominent local historian Matthew Weisman will present a program on early shipbuilding in Lorain. He specializes […]
Field Trip for Members and their Guests Only. "How Our Ancestors Used NE Ohio's Natural Resources" Field Trip to the Kirtland Ashery, Sawmill, and Quarry. We will visit the only restored Ashery in the U.S. located in Historic Kirtland, a completely restored sawmill and the quarry used to build the Kirtland Temple. We will first […]
Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. All are welcome! No registration required. Attend in person at Medina Library, 2nd floor Conference Room 2A.
An expert from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Abandoned Mine Land program presents the history of mining in our area. Learn what the modern-day reclamation efforts are that address the remaining hazards.
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.
Patrick W. O'Leary has traced his Irish ancestors from Ohio back to Ireland. He has traveled there multiple times and met his Irish cousins. He will be teaching how to […]
The Kin Hunters next meeting will be Sunday, June 14, 2 PM at our usual location, the Sandusky Township House, next to the Fire Station, 2207 Oak Harbor Rd (N […]
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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!