Middle Tennessee Genealogical Society (MTGS)

11/01/2026

Bringing Your Ancestors' Stories to Life with Google NotebookLM

Every ancestor has a story worth telling, and today's technology offers exciting new ways to bring those stories to life! Join Shannon Yeatman as she explores how Google's innovative AI-powered tool, NotebookLM, can help genealogists transform years of research, historical documents, photographs, and family records into engaging family histories. Discover how NotebookLM can help organize research, uncover connections, create compelling narratives, and even turn your ancestors' stories into audio presentations and other creative formats. Shannon brings 30 years of genealogical research experience and is an active member of the Middle Tennessee Genealogical Society (MTGS). Whether you're a seasoned researcher or just beginning your family history journey, this class will introduce you to exciting new possibilities for preserving and sharing your family's legacy for generations to come.

10/19/2026

Hello fellow genealogists! Did you know the Brentwood Library holds genealogy classes? They do and they are open to anyone and they free! Here is a link to the class on Nov 9 for "How to Break Down Brick Walls". Sign up and come learn!

Are you stuck on a line in your family tree and don’t know how to move forward? Using case studies, we’ll explore different ways to break down these walls. The Library adheres to ...

10/17/2026

🚂 RAILS THROUGH OUR REGION: A THREE-SATURDAY RAILROAD HISTORY SERIES!

Step back in time with the Westmoreland Public Library of Sumner County and Allen County Public Library for a special three-part journey into the railroad history of our region!

Join us as we explore historic railroad sites, uncover fascinating local stories, and discover how the railroad helped shape the communities we know today. Led by Sumner County Library Trustee Don Scruggs and Scottsville Train Depot Historian Dr. Mark Huntsman, this series is a unique opportunity to experience local history firsthand!

📅 Three Saturdays | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

🚂 November 7: Little Tunnel — Westmoreland, TN
🚂 November 14: Adolphus, Kentucky — Railroad History and Track Sites
🚂 November 21: Scottsville Train Depot (L&N Train Depot) — Scottsville, Kentucky

All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by a legal guardian or responsible adult.

Participants will drive their own vehicles. Comfortable walking shoes are a must, as we'll be walking and hiking through different types of terrain. Bring snacks or a lunch, especially for children!

⚠️ REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

👉 Please register at www.WestmorelandLibrary.org. Additional information will be sent to registered participants closer to the event dates.

10/12/2026

Historic Two Rivers Mansion!

10/11/2026

The lantern tours at Nashville City Cemetery! Unique and famous citizens of Nashville past!

History with an air of mystery starts after dark! Join us for lantern-led, frighteningly festive tours of the Nashville City Cemetery.

10/08/2026

$34.00 DNA tests available until Oct 20th!

Ends 10/20. Excludes shipping.

10/01/2026

Join us for Family History Day at the Tennessee State Library & Archives on Saturday, October 24, from noon to 3:00 p.m.!

Explore Tennessee’s history through archival records, expert research assistance, hands-on activities, tours, and more. Best of all, it’s free!

09/27/2026

What a wonderful day of learning, discovery, and fellowship!
On September 19, the Middle Tennessee Genealogical Society (MTGS) held its 38th Annual Seminar, bringing together family history enthusiasts for a day filled with fascinating presentations, valuable research tips, and a shared passion for uncovering our ancestors' stories.
We were delighted to welcome two outstanding speakers:
Chuck Sherrill, former Tennessee State Librarian & Archivist and renowned expert on Tennessee records, shared his wealth of knowledge about overlooked Tennessee resources and manuscript collections. His presentations, I Never Thought of Looking There and Genealogical Research in Manuscript Records, introduced us to valuable sources and techniques that may help break through even the most stubborn genealogical brick walls.
J. Mark Lowe, FUGA, nationally recognized genealogist, author, and researcher specializing in Southern family history, took us on a journey through early America. In Following the Trails That Built America, we explored the roads, rivers, and transportation routes that shaped our ancestors' migration. His presentation Ordinary People, Extraordinary Times demonstrated how everyday records can bring our ancestors' lives and experiences into focus.
A heartfelt thank-you to our exceptional speakers, everyone who attended, and all the volunteers who helped make our 38th Annual Seminar possible. We hope you left with new research ideas, valuable resources, renewed inspiration, and perhaps a few clues to help solve those family history mysteries!
Mark Your Calendars!
Our Next MTGS Meeting
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Tennessee State Library & Archives (TSLA)
We'd love to see everyone there! Bring your curiosity, your research questions, and your enthusiasm for discovering family history.
Thank you for being part of the MTGS genealogy community. We look forward to seeing familiar faces and welcoming new ones on November 21!

09/25/2026

https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/registration/

Register now to join live in Salt Lake City or online.

06/27/2026

Start the countdown! Beginning NOW, and for the next 250 hours, enjoy FREE ACCESS to Fold3 Revolutionary War records, including full-text search pension records! www.fold3.com/freeaccess