National Genealogical Society

06/15/2026

Did you know that one of the NGS member benefits is a FREE subscription to NewspaperArchive?

It pays to be a member! Learn more at https://www.ngsgenealogy.org/member-benefits/

06/13/2026

The James Worris Moore Leadership Academy offers an opportunity for individuals passionate about genealogy and family history to develop the skills, knowledge, and experience to forge a pathway toward leadership in this exciting field.

To apply for the second cohort, individuals must meet at least one of three criteria: be under forty-five years old, have three to five years of family history research experience, or belong to a group underrepresented in NGS. The application deadline is 21 July 2026, and the next cohort is scheduled to begin this fall.

To learn more and to apply, see the NGS website at https://www.ngsgenealogy.org/james-worris-moore-leadership-academy/

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

Family history tells the country’s story, and organizations have an opportunity to invite everyone to explore their past and their connection to the nation’s history. NGS is excited to support your efforts to open the doors, virtually or in person, and share all that you offer.

A FREE toolkit is available that points to practical, easy ways to increase outreach, engage a wide range of people, and work with partners to grow the genealogy and family history community. Download the PDF at https://www.ngsgenealogy.org/america250/

06/10/2026

The 2025 National Genealogical society Annual Report is available now.

The Annual Report serves as an important resource, offering transparency into NGS programs, finances, and accomplishments while showcasing the collective contributions that help preserve and promote family history research for future generations. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the annual donors whose generosity makes our work possible and congratulate the award recipients whose dedication and excellence strengthen the genealogy community.

The Annual Report is available on our website, https://www.ngsgenealogy.org/annual-report/.

06/09/2026

was a great conference, and now we are counting the days to .

Did you attend the conference in Fort Wayne or online via the Whova app? What were your highlights?

Photo Credit: Rachel Von Art

06/08/2026

GRIP Genealogy Institute is offering FREE evening sessions to everyone, 22-25 June at 7pm ET. Pre-registration is required. Learn more about the presenters, their topics, and the Zoom links to register by using the QR code or by copying and pasting the following link: https://grip.ngsgenealogy.org/youre-invited-grip-virtual-evening-sessions-2026/

06/06/2026

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

Membership has its benefits! Are you an NGS member? There are so many reasons for becoming a member. Learn more at the NGS website, https://www.ngsgenealogy.org/