Fairfield County Chapter of OGS End of Summer Craft Show Saturday August 29 2026 9 am to 3 pm Lancaster Campground Activity Bld, 2151 W. Fair Ave., Lancaster Wide variety of crafters and vendors - face painting Bake Sale -Raffle Prizes Food and refreshments
Get help taking the most important step in finding your ancestors- your first! Learn how to get started searching, gathering, and organizing your family history.
Come visit the Ohio Genealogical Society in Bellville to kickstart your family history and genealogy research! During this event, attendees will not only learn the basics of research but will also have the opportunity to tour the OGS Library and Archives and view some of the most unique items in the collections. At 2pm, there […]
Explore innovative AI tools that enhance family history research by improving document analysis, planning, and data interpretation - unlocking new ways to uncover your ancestry.
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.
The Licking County Chapter of OGS is pleased to welcome 1st VP of OGS Deborah Deal as a guest presenter for her program "New England Explorers" on Sat., Sept. 12th, at 11 a.m. LCGS chose this topic because the Mayflower set sail in September. This free program will be held online via Zoom and is […]
1:00 p.m. Program presented by Jeff Herbert "New Resources in Hamilton County, Ohio, Research" 2:00 p.m. Break 2:15 p.m. Program presented by Dana Palmer "Researching Your Family in Warren County, Ohio" 3:15 p.m. Break 3:30 p.m. Extended Q&A Time Tours of the Library _____ Please join us for an fun afternoon at the Symmes Township […]
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.
Judy Muhn is an internationally known genealogist, presenter, researcher, and writer. She is presenting two classes on September 25, 2026 in Chillicothe, OH.....Both Free and Open to the Public. She […]
Judy Muhn is an internationally known genealogist, presenter, researcher, and writer. She is presenting two classes on September 25, 2026 in Chillicothe, OH…..Both Free and Open to the Public. She […]
Join us for an open forum meeting, where members share their stories, research, questions, and expertise. Bring your questions and brick walls for assistance from the group. If you plan […]
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 […]
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 […]
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' […]
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. […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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. […]
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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!