Presented by OGS Librarian Linda Swanson. Interested in visiting the OGS Samuel D. Isaly Library but don’t know how to search for the library books and materials you think you’ll […]
The Fairfield County Chapter OGS "Annual Holiday Cookie Walk on Saturday, December 10 from 1p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive in Lancaster. Great variety […]
Roslyn Torella will present “Did Your Ancestor Marry at a Gretna Green” - a place where many eloping couples are married for our virtual program. Please contact us at [email protected] […]
A virtual program discovering the 1950 Census will be presented by genealogist Scott Norrick (ancesralpast.com). With the April 2022 release of the 1950 Census, many of us are exploring the […]
Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. All are welcome!
The Ohio Genealogical Society has 6 different lineage societies. Learn what they are about and how to qualify for any one of them. This program will be an overview of […]
SOLD OUT! They are taking waitlists. See the email below. The customs associated with funerals and burials in German-language regions of Europe are substantially different from corresponding rituals in the […]
Wayne County Genealogical Society is partnering with the Wayne County Public Library in a "Share Your Legacy" program. This is an opportunity for individuals to come and share a document, […]
Quarterly meeting of the Madison County Genealogical Society. After a short meeting a presentation of local interest will be shared.
Join us on Wednesday, January 25 at 11:00 am for another FREE OGS webinar, ‘More Reasons Not to Fear the OGS Catalog’ presented by OGS Librarian Linda Swanson. Attendees should […]
In the wake of Emancipation, African Americans from all over the country searched for missing family members through resources like the Freedmen’s Bureau and newspapers. These records are rich in […]
A presentation titled No More Excuses: Ten Family History Writing Tips for Procrastinators by Lisa Ann Alzo, M.F.A. will be offered via Zoom. Often the most difficult part of writing […]
Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. All are welcome!
This webinar will help you get started in gathering the required documentation. What you can use and what you can't use. This step in preparation is essential to having a […]
Marriage & Divorce Records of the 1800's" On Monday, February 13, 2023 at 7:00 pm, the Lorain County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will present a virtual program. Genealogist […]
Discover how to access and search Ancestry Library Edition to grow your family tree. Presented by Lisa Rienerth. Choose to attend in-person at Medina Library or on Zoom. Zoom link […]
The Fairfield County Chapter/OGS meeting will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at the Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive in Lancaster. Refreshments at 6:30, short business meeting at […]
First quarter meeting of the Morgan County Chapter OGS at Kate Love Simpson Library in McConnelsville, Ohio.
In the Lindamood Room of the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway, Findlay, OH. Featured speaker Justin Crawfis - Local & Family History Librarian at The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library.
"A Peppy Time with Pep Files" presented by Lori Berdak Miller - This is a Virtual meeting only
You have collected your documentation and now it is time to put it together. Learn the steps of assembly that will produce an excellent lineage application. Handout
Linda Collins will detail the settings, events and people she researched for her historic novel, Dreams of Revolution. The two main settings are Hopewell Furnace and Philadelphia in 1777-1778, during […]
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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!